I can barely make any ends meet with minimum wage. No tuition reimbursement for being PRN, or payroll deduction, or other benefits. Medical plans are too expensive. Almost no opportunities for bonuses, recognition, incentives for overtime pay, or promotions in this department. Payscales have not adjusted in 10 years. New graduates should have starting pay of $28 to $33/hr but get offered less than $22/hr. Experienced Lab Techs should be making up to $40/hr because of their experience, but unfortunately this profession has to improve on its visibility and recognition to the public. Managers need to be more understanding, wiling to accept new ideas or changes, shift focus from productivity reports and meetings onto their people's needs.
