Medical Technologist Jobs in Dyer, IN

A Medical Technologist, also known as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist, plays a vital role in the med tech industry by performing and analyzing the results of complex scientific tests on blood and bodily fluids. These professionals use sophisticated laboratory equipment, such as microscopes and cell counters. They are instrumental in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of diseases. They may work in several areas of the medical laboratory or specialize in just one. Medical Technologists also ensure the labs are running smoothly by maintaining and troubleshooting the most automated and intricate lab equipment.

To become a Medical Technologist, one needs a strong background in sciences and a degree in medical technology or life sciences. A certification from organizations like the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is also required. They should possess strong analytical judgment and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure are also important. Before becoming a Medical Technologist, a person might have roles such as a Medical Laboratory Technician or a Clinical Laboratory Technician. They may also have experience as a Biological Technician or a Chemist.

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Dialysis Patient Care Technician - Floater

  • Hickory Hills, IL (24 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hickory Hills, IL (24 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 7 days ago

Previous healthcare experience in dialysis, phlebotomy, or as a CNA is a plus. Must be comfortable mixing acids and bicarbonate according to protocol. Ability to distinguish all primary colors....

Dialysis Patient Care Technician - CCHT Required

  • Alsip, IL (18 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Alsip, IL (18 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 30+ days ago

Previous healthcare experience in dialysis, phlebotomy, or as a CNA is a plus. Must be comfortable mixing acids and bicarbonate according to protocol. Ability to distinguish all primary colors....

Patient Care Technician - PCT

  • Steger, IL (6 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Steger, IL (6 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 10 hours ago

Cleaning and prepping treatment room; prep charts Preparing lab tubes and requisitions & assisting with lab draw days both pre and post draw (PCT certified phlebotomy or per state regulations) Clerical...

Patient Care Technician - PCT CCHT - Dialysis

  • Gary, IN (12 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Gary, IN (12 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 1 day ago

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as part of the dialysis health care team in providing safe and effective dialysis therapy for patients under the direct supervision of a licensed nurse in accordance...

Medical Laboratory Scientist-MT

  • Hobart, IN (14 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hobart, IN (14 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 1 day ago

May perform the duties of a Medical Laboratory Technician and a Laboratory Technologist, in addition to the expectations as a Medical Technologist....

Medical Laboratory Scientist-MT

  • Hobart, IN (14 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hobart, IN (14 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 3 days ago

Medical Technologist is expected to perform the duties of a Medical Laboratory Technician and a Laboratory Technologist, in addition to the expectations as a Medical Technologist....

Patient Care Technician-Nursing Float Pool Full Time Nights

  • Palos Heights, IL (20 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Palos Heights, IL (20 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 8 days ago

experience Graduate of an accredited Nursing Assistant program or Graduate of Phlebotomy course...

Medical Technologist

  • New Lenox, IL (24 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 9 days ago
  • New Lenox, IL (24 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 9 days ago

Summary: Performs moderate and high complexity testing as a generalist to include Hematology, Chemistry, and Blood Bank, and Urinalysis....

Metals Prep Laboratory Technician

  • Tinley Park, IL (18 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Tinley Park, IL (18 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 14 days ago

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and...

Medical Laboratory Scientist (MT-ASCP)- Microbiology Full-time Days

  • Palos Heights, IL (20 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 17 days ago
  • Palos Heights, IL (20 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 17 days ago

Prioritizes specimen processing based on established priorities. Aliquots specimens according to established protocols....

Med Tech/Part-Time/3rd Shift/Transfusion Services

  • Oak Lawn, IL (21 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 17 days ago
  • Oak Lawn, IL (21 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 17 days ago

Performs specialty testing in areas including transfusion services, microbiology, chemistry, hematology, histology, coagulation, and flow cytometry....

Dialysis Patient Care Technician

  • Chicago Ridge, IL (22 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 18 days ago
  • Chicago Ridge, IL (22 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 18 days ago

Previous healthcare experience in dialysis, phlebotomy, or as a CNA is a plus. Must be comfortable mixing acids and bicarbonate according to protocol. Ability to distinguish all primary colors....

Med Tech/Part-Time/3rd Shift/Christ

  • Oak Lawn, IL (21 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 20 days ago
  • Oak Lawn, IL (21 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 20 days ago

issued by the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP BOC) needs to be obtained within 1 year, or Medical Technologist (MT) certification issued by the American Medical...

Polysomnograph Technologist (PRN/Nights)

  • Olympia Fields, IL (10 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 21 days ago
  • Olympia Fields, IL (10 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 21 days ago

Franciscan Health Olympia Fields Campus 20201 S Crawford Ave Olympia Fields, Illinois 60461 WHO WE ARE With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of...

Radiology Technologist

  • Hobart, IN (14 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 22 days ago
  • Hobart, IN (14 miles from Dyer, IN)
  • 22 days ago

Obtains blood specimens from patients by performing venipuncture or finger sticks; collects urine specimens....

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Salary for Medical Technologist Jobs in Dyer, IN

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Highest Education Level

Medical Technologists in Dyer, IN offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.5%
High School or GED
18.2%
Associate's Degree
17.4%
Master's Degree
6.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.9%
Some College
1.8%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Medical Technologists in Dyer, IN
1-2 years
28.3%
Less than 1 year
28.3%
None
24.8%
2-4 years
13.4%
4-6 years
3.8%
8-10 years
1.3%


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