Medical Laboratory Technologist: Lead Tech, Patient Care

The Valley Health System; Pahrump (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Desert View Hospital is a rural, 25-bed acute care facility seeking a Medical Technologist to analyze laboratory specimens and report results per protocol. The role includes acting as a resource for technicians and assisting the Lead Medical Technologist.

A focus on patient-centered care and service excellence guides daily work. The position requires Nevada licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist and ASCP or equivalent certification within hire period.

Qualifications

• Education: B.S. Degree in Medical Technology (ASCP) or equivalent as defined by CLIA’88
• Experience: 3 years experience as Medical Technologist preferred
• Technical Skills: General bench tech skills required to provide coverage in all modalities
• License/Certification: Nevada State License as Clinical Laboratory Technologist. ASCP or equivalent board registration/education required upon hire. New CLS graduates must receive certification within 6 months of hire. New graduates, or applicants that do not currently have a Nevada license, must obtain a Nevada State provisional license prior to hire and must obtain a permanent license upon expiration of the provisional license. Current BLS Certification from the American Heart Association is required.
• Other: Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide high quality of patient care appropriately (specific age competent). Must possess appropriate people skills, organization and attention to detail. Must desire to act as a resource.

Responsibilities

• Job Description: Responsible for the analysis of laboratory specimens and subsequent result reporting according to laboratory protocol and procedures. Acts as a resource for Medical Laboratory Technicians and Lab Assistants. Supports and assists Lead Medical Technologist.

Skills

Bench tech skills

Lab protocols

Patient care awareness

Education

B.S. in Medical Technology (ASCP) or equivalent

Job description

Desert View Hospital is a rural, 25-bed acute care facility seeking a Medical Technologist to analyze laboratory specimens and report results per protocol. The role includes acting as a resource for technicians and assisting the Lead Medical Technologist.

A focus on patient-centered care and service excellence guides daily work. The position requires Nevada licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist and ASCP or equivalent certification within hire period.