Medical Lab Technologist | Nearby Davenport, IA

Medical Lab Technologist

Illinois - Near Davenport, Iowa

Position Highlights:

• Consistent evening schedule: 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM, Every other weekend rotation
• High-functioning laboratory in a critical access hospital setting
• Generalist position with high in-house test menu
• Centralized lab supports outpatient clinics
• No call – enabling predictable time off and stable work-life balance
• Work in a mission-driven organization with a strong legacy of service to the region
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative environment
• Epic & Sunquest systems in use for seamless documentation and lab management
• High-volume lab setting – 1,600–2,000 tests/day
• Exposure to broad-spectrum testing including hematology, chemistry, and limited microbiology
• Ideal for those seeking a fast-paced, generalist opportunity
• Required MLT (ASCP) or equivalent, highly preferred MT/MLS (Scientist) ASCP license

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive Compensation
• MLT (Associate's Degree): $23–$30/hr
• MLS/Scientist (Bachelor’s Preferred): $31-$41.52/hr
• Performance-based evaluation system, though no formal sign-on or retention bonuses at this time
• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Health Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield HSA Plan with hospital match – up to $900/year
• Dental Insurance: Orthodontia included; 50% coverage with $1,000 cap
• Vision Insurance: Annual exams for only $10
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance: $40,000 basic + $40,000 AD&D (hospital paid)
• Voluntary Life: Optional coverage for employees and dependents
• Short & Long-Term Disability Insurance: Available to all full-time staff
• Retirement & Pension Plan: Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (IMRF): Lifetime pension plan
• Employer contributions exceed employee contributions, 10-year vesting period
• Spouse continuation options
• Voluntary Additional Contributions (IMRF-VAC): 7.25% interest, after-tax
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Generous vacation, sick leave, and holiday benefits
• PTO accrual begins immediately
• Full-time employees eligible for all above benefits with no wait or vesting period for HSA match
• Pre-tax medical spending and HSA flexibility
• Family-focused and employee-centered culture

Qualifications:

• Associate’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology (required); Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related field (preferred)
• Certifications: ASCP or equivalent certification required
• Skillset: High-volume lab testing, multitasking, generalist capabilities across hematology, chemistry, and limited microbiology
• Experience: Prior experience in a hospital lab preferred, but not required
• Sponsorship: Not available

About the Community

• Top-Ranked Midwest Community
• Recognized as one of the top rural communities in the region
• Listed among "Top 100 Rural and Community Hospitals" multiple years in a row
• Small-town feel with access to urban amenities
• Located near a regional metro hub with access to major highways and air travel
• Affordable cost of living
• Beautiful Victorian-era architecture, vibrant Main Street, and extensive parks system
• State-of-the-art Community Center with aquatic and fitness facilities
• Highly rated public school district with five schools
• Newly opened $4M Career & Technical Education Center at the high school level
• Family-oriented, safe, and welcoming
• Multiple churches, local theater, and outdoor recreational options

Why Join This Team?

This is a rare opportunity to work in a highly respected and award-winning critical access hospital that combines modern technology with compassionate, patient-centered care. The lab team plays a crucial role in supporting both inpatient and outpatient services, and your expertise will directly impact the health outcomes of the community.

Job Reference #: MLT 26081