Medical Lab Technologist

Oro Valley Hospital; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision plans

FSA and Employee Assistance Programs

PTO/Sick Time, 401(k) with Employer匹配

Student Loan Repayment up to $20,000

Educational Support, Licensure & Cert.

Life and Disability Insurance

Job summary

Oro Valley Hospital is seeking a Medical Lab Technologist to perform routine and specialized tests on blood and body fluids under minimal supervision. The role supports patient care with timely test results, equipment troubleshooting, and data collection for regulatory compliance. May include teaching, phlebotomy duties, and shift collaboration.

The position is Full-Time, Days, with opportunities for professional growth and applicable clinical responsibilities in a busy laboratory setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related field.
• Passing score on the Clinical Laboratory Technology Proficiency examination approved by HHS (HEW).
• 0-2 years of acute care experience.
• Minimum 1-year Blood Bank experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs moderate and high complexity laboratory tests accurately and efficiently with timely result reporting.
• Adheres to quality control procedures, reviews data, and takes corrective actions as needed.
• Conducts instrument checks and preventative maintenance per lab policies.
• Troubleshoots instrument malfunctions and notifies appropriate personnel or manufacturers.
• Ensures compliance with safety regulations, PPE use, and Laboratory Safety Plan.
• Communicates results and issues clearly with peers, supervisors, and staff.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related field

Passing score on the Clinical Laboratory Technology Proficiency examination approved by HHS (HEW)

0-2 years of acute care experience

Minimum 1-year Blood Bank experience preferred

Job description

Medical Lab Technologist are eligible for up to $20,000 in Student Loan Repayment!

Why You’ll Love Working Here!

• My Health – Medical, Dental, and Vision plans. Flexible Spending Accounts and Employee Assistance Programs
• My Future – PTO and Sick Time, 401(k) with Employer Match, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• CHS Pathways - Student Loan Repayment, Educational Support, and Licensure and Certification Reimbursement, Opportunities for career advancement
• My Advantage - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Life and Long-Term Care Insurance, Pet Insurance
• Employee Referral Bonus Program, Reward and Recognition Programs and much more!
• Benefit eligible Medical Lab Technologist are eligible for up to $20,000 in Student Loan Repayment!

Job Summary

The Medical Technologist performs routine and specialized moderate and high complexity laboratory tests on blood and body fluid specimens under minimal supervision. This role ensures accurate and reliable test results by adhering to quality control protocols and maintaining laboratory instruments. The Medical Technologist I supports patient care by completing tests efficiently, troubleshooting equipment, and assisting in data collection for regulatory compliance. This position may also include teaching new employees and students and performing phlebotomy duties as needed.

Schedule:Full-Time, Days

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or, Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science required or
• Passing score on the Clinical Laboratory Technology Proficiency examination approved by HHS (HEW) required
• 0-2 years of acute care experience required
• A minimum of 1-year experience in Blood Bank highly preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• ASCP - Medical Technologist required or
• Medical Laboratory Technologist (AMT) required or
• Medical Laboratory Technologist (AAB) required

Essential Functions

• Performs moderate and high complexity laboratory tests accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely reporting of results with appropriate documentation.
• Adheres to quality control procedures by performing required checks, analyzing data, troubleshooting out-of-range results, and taking corrective actions as necessary.
• Conducts daily, weekly, and monthly instrument function checks and preventative maintenance according to laboratory policies and procedures.
• Troubleshoots instrument malfunctions, attempting corrective actions or notifying the appropriate personnel or manufacturer as needed.
• Ensures all laboratory procedures comply with safety regulations, including the use of personal protective equipment and adherence to the Laboratory Safety Plan.
• Communicates effectively with peers, supervisors, and other healthcare staff, providing timely updates on unusual patient results, instrument malfunctions, and quality control issues.
• Assists with proficiency testing and data collection required for laboratory accreditation and regulatory compliance.
• Collects chain-of-custody urine drug screens and performs phlebotomy duties as required to support patient care needs.
• Collaborates with team members to ensure shift duties and department responsibilities are completed efficiently and accurately.
• Performs other duties as assigned.