Clinical Lab Scientist

Lifepoint Health®; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance & 401(k) plan

Wellness programs

Job summary

Memorial Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, seeks a Clinical Lab Scientist/Medical Technologist/MLS for an evening shift. The role involves sample prep, instrument operation, result reporting, QA, and maintaining records in a busy surgical/acute care lab.

Requirements include a bachelor's degree in Clinical Lab Sciences and ASCP certification or eligibility. Memorial Medical Center offers comprehensive benefits and career growth within Lifepoint Health.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Clinical Lab Sciences (or equivalent) required.
• 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 standards.
• Performs automated tests using computerized instruments and reports results.
• Maintains records of procedures, patient results and quality control.
• Performs preventive maintenance of laboratory instrumentation as assigned.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Lab Sciences or equivalent

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 are 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

• 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.

Why join us

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:

• 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.

What We’re Looking For

Applicants should have a bachelor’s 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.