Medical Lab Technician

Memorial Physician Practices; Los Alamos (NM); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

401(k) retirement package with company

Tuition assistance

Well-being programs

Job summary

Los Alamos Medical Center is seeking a Medical Lab Technician (MLT) to join the laboratory team. You will perform routine tests across multiple sections, report results accurately, and ensure instrument readiness and maintenance.

A strong focus on quality control and supplies management supports safe, timely patient care. The role requires an associate's degree in medical lab science, with MLT certification through ASCP or AMT preferred.

Qualifications

• Performs routine laboratory tests in various sections of the laboratory.
• Performs common testing procedures and reports test results accurately.
• Conducts instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Performs quality control testing to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Maintains supplies and equipment necessary for testing.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine laboratory tests in various sections of the laboratory.
• Performs common testing procedures and reports test results accurately.
• Conducts instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Performs quality control testing to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Maintains supplies and equipment necessary for testing.

Skills

Routine laboratory testing

Quality control

Instrument troubleshooting

Test result reporting

Education

Associate's degree in medical lab science

Tools

Medical laboratory equipment

Job description

Medical Lab Technician (MLT)

Your experience matters

Los Alamos 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 Medical Lab Technician joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier.

How you\'ll contribute

A Medical Lab Technician who excels in this role:

• Performs routine laboratory tests in various sections of the laboratory.




• Performs common testing procedures and reports test results accurately.




• Conducts instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.




• Performs quality control testing to ensure accuracy and compliance.




• Maintains supplies and equipment necessary for testing.

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 an associate\'s degree in medical lab science.

Additional requirements include:

• Certification/License: MLT certification through ASCP or AMT preferred

More about Los Alamos Medical Center

Los Alamos Medical Center is a 47-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the communities of northern New Mexico for over 70 years.

We have achieved an 'A' for our Leapfrog grade, have acquired Lifepoint Health NQP accreditation, Newsweek has named us a Top Hospital in NM, and have been honored for our Lifepoint Health Diversity Program. We are proud of our work and patient care.

EEOC Statement

Los Alamos Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Los Alamos 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.

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.