Hired Before Graduation | Sarah Kieler
Sarah Kieler
Hometown: Dickeyville, Wisconsin
Program: Medical Laboratory Technician
Why did you choose your program?
I have a degree in biology, but the skills didn’t translate to any specific career. I thought that working in the medical lab would be a rewarding use of my knowledge and that this program would give me the hands-on skills to succeed in this field.
What have you enjoyed about your Southwest Tech experience?
I enjoyed having instructors with real experience in the medical lab. In class they emphasize the importance of getting results quickly and accurately, and I feel like I have better insight on what is expected of an MLT on the job.
Where will you be employed?
UnityPoint Health – Finley Hospital | Dubuque, Iowa
What will be your job title and responsibilities?
I will be a Medical Laboratory Technician. I’ll be responsible for testing blood and other clinical specimens, collecting blood samples, doing microscopic evaluations, and performing quality control on laboratory equipment.