Clinical Lab Scientist

Lifepoint Health; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Insurance

Accident Insurance

Critical Illness Insurance

Hospital Indemnity Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Long-Term Disability

Paid Family Leave

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM, part of Lifepoint Health, is hiring a Clinical Lab Scientist/Medical Technologist/MLS for the evenings. You will follow standardized procedures, prepare samples, operate high-quality lab equipment, and report results.

The role includes QA, maintenance, and documentation, with opportunities for education and career growth. Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in Clinical Lab Sciences and ASCP certification or eligibility.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Maintains records of procedures performed, the patient results and the quality control required for all procedures performed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Laboratory procedures

Quality control

Specimen handling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Lab Sciences

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

Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Clinical Lab Scientist joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you’ll contribute

A Clinical Lab Scientist who excels in this role:

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.

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

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.

What we’re looking for

Applicants should have a bachelors degree in Clinical Lab Sciences or equivalent. Additional requirements include:

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

Connect with a Recruiter

Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Tara by emailing [e-mail].

More about Memorial Medical Center

Memorial Medical Center is a 199-bed acute medical/surgical teaching hospital located in Las Cruces, NM, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone—your experience matters.

EEOC 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.

About Us

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

About the Team

We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life. We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.

Job Info

• Job Identification 348866
• Job Category Technical & Diagnostic Services
• Posting Date 07/15/2026, 05:21 PM
• Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Evening
• Locations 2450 S Telshor Blvd, Las Cruces, NM, 88011, US