Clinical Lab Scientist

Memorial Physician Practices; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO & paid time off

Tuition assistance

401(k) with company match

Well-being programs

Career development

Job summary

Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM is seeking a Clinical Lab Scientist/Medical Technologist/MLS to join our lab team on a full-time evening shift. You will perform automated and manual testing, ensure accurate reporting, and participate in quality control and instrument maintenance.

ASCP certification or eligibility is required to join our skilled laboratory staff. The role emphasizes sample preparation, data recording, and adherence to procedures while contributing to patient care and

Qualifications

• ASCP certification or eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Follows standardized procedures and helps prepare samples for testing.
• Operates laboratory equipment in a high-quality, effective manner.
• Analyzes test results for accuracy and reports results per organizational standards.
• Performs automated tests using computerized instruments and reports them to the patient or clinician.
• Maintains records of procedures, results, and quality control tests.

Skills

ASCP certification

Job description

Clinical Lab Scientist/Medical Technologist/Medical Lab Specialist (CLS/MT/MLS)

Schedule: this is a full time, evening shift role.

Your experience matters

As a Clinical Lab Scientist joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier.

Responsibilities

• Follows standardized procedures and helps prepare samples for testing.
• Operates laboratory equipment in a high-quality, effective manner.
• Analyzes test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits, and reports/documents results per organizational standards.
• Performs automated tests using computerized instruments & automated equipment and reports them to the patient, physician or registered nurse.
• Performs Quality Assurance work to ensure accuracy of equipment.
• Performs and determines accuracy of technical lab procedures.
• Maintains records of procedures performed, the patient results and the quality control required for all procedures performed. Maintains accurate and complete records of all quality control tests completed.
• Assures that all out-of-control procedures are followed and that there is documentation of remedial actions taken.
• Performs all preventive maintenance of laboratory instrumentation, as assigned. Reads and understands all procedure manuals on an annual basis.
• Collects biological specimens. Prepares and forwards biological specimens to appropriate reference laboratory according to departmental procedures.
• Provides instruction to students/new employees about procedures and departmental policies.
• Checks available supplies and reports deficiencies to supervisor in a timely manner.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification or eligibility required.

Location

Memorial Medical Center is a 199-bed acute medical/surgical teaching hospital located in Las Cruces, NM.

EEO Statement

Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Memorial Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.