Medical Technologist I

Title: Medical Technologist I Division Name: Student Affairs Department: Health Services Job Summary Under direction of the Laboratory Supervisor, provides diagnostic laboratory test results. Ensures appropriate collection and preparation of patient specimens, performs laboratory test procedures according to protocols and instrumentation, and evaluates information taking appropriate action as needed. Benefits Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life. Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options. Tuition waiver benefits available to staff and eligible dependents. Paid holiday and administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks. Paid benefit time. Additional University Benefit information can be reviewed at Salary Rate / Pay Rate $26.17 per hour minimum Required Qualifications High school graduation or equivalent. Meets basic standards and qualifications for laboratory testing personnel under CLIA Subpart M Section 493.1489. Preferred Qualifications Knowledge of tests and procedures provided by the SHS Lab. Knowledge of state and federal licensing requirements (e.g., CLIA). Knowledge of physiology and pathology as related to clinical diagnosis and treatment. Knowledge of basic principles of laboratory medicine as it relates to medical clinical laboratory testing. Knowledge of basic medical clinical instrumentation. Knowledge of instrumentation troubleshooting and preventive maintenance. Manual dexterity. Oral and written communication skills. Ability to learn basic management principles. Ability to learn basic computer operations. Organizational ability. Ability to operate complex laboratory equipment. Ability to maintain necessary records and reports. Ability to recognize abnormal results and act appropriately. Ability to interact effectively and appropriately with SHS facility personnel. Ability to determine the validity of results and initiate corrective action. Ability to manage several tasks at once. Ability to perform phlebotomy. Work Hours 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Functional Expectations Remain at a workstation for extended periods. Effectively communicate on a daily basis. Distinguish colors on a monitor. Move about in various locations across campus as needed to complete day‑to‑day work. Proposed Starting Date August 2026 Equal Opportunity Statement Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. Accommodation Statement If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act or other state or federal law, you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438‑3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence. Contact Information Breanna Crippen Human Resources View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr Illinois State University