Medical Technologist

Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center; Salida (CO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center (HRRMC) in Salida, Colorado is seeking a Medical Technologist (MT) to join the hospital laboratory team. The MT will perform patient testing across departments, maintain instruments, and ensure accurate reporting of results to support timely patient care.

Applicants should hold a national certification such as ASCP, NCA, or AMT, with a Bachelor’s degree in clinical laboratory science and CPR/BLS certification.

Qualifications

• ASCP, NCA, AMT or equivalent national certification required.
• Strong understanding of lab testing protocols, specimen handling, and quality control procedures.
• Current CPR/BLS Certification

Responsibilities

• Conduct patient testing across all laboratory departments, adhering to established protocols.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control for lab instruments.
• Handle and process specimens with precision, ensuring compliance with testing and safety standards.
• Accurately document, review, and report patient test results, including critical values.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues impacting test performance or escalate as necessary.
• Assist with supervisory duties under the guidance of the laboratory supervisor.

Skills

Certification

Technical Expertise

Problem Solver

Detail-Oriented

Team Player

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in clinical laboratory science

Job description

Brief Description

Join Our Team as a Medical Technologist working in the hospital lab. Are you ready to elevate your career in a dynamic and nationally recognized healthcare laboratory? HRRMC is looking for a skilled Medical Technologist (MT) with a passion for precision and a commitment to excellence. If you hold a national certification such as ASCP, NCA, or AMT, we want to hear from you!

Discover Your Career in the Heart of the Rockies!

At Heart of the Rockies Regional Medical Center (HRRMC), we’re more than just a healthcare facility—we’re a cornerstone of our community nestled in the breathtaking Rocky Mountains. With a commitment to excellence, compassion, and innovation, we offer state-of-the-art medical services, including emergency care, surgery, imaging, and much more.

Requirements

Why HRRMC?

• Recognition: Join a laboratory known for its high standards and national recognition.
• Growth: Enhance your skills with opportunities for continued learning and advancement.
• Impact: Play a vital role in patient care by delivering accurate and timely test results.

Your Role

As an essential part of our laboratory team, you will:

• Conduct patient testing across all laboratory departments, adhering to established protocols.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control measures for lab instruments.
• Handle and process specimens with precision, ensuring compliance with testing and safety standards.
• Accurately document, review, and report patient test results, including critical values.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues impacting test performance or escalate as necessary.
• Assist with supervisory duties under the guidance of the laboratory supervisor.

Specimen Collection & Clerical Duties

• Collect and prepare specimens following prescribed guidelines, ensuring patient comfort and understanding.
• Accession, label, and distribute specimens to appropriate lab departments.
• Manage billing forms, lab requisitions, and patient records with accuracy.
• Use computer systems for data input, storage, and retrieval.

What We’re Looking For

• Certification: ASCP, NCA, AMT, or equivalent national certification required.
• Technical Expertise: Strong understanding of lab testing protocols, specimen handling, and quality control procedures.
• Problem Solver: Ability to identify and address issues promptly and effectively.
• Detail-Oriented: Commitment to maintaining accurate documentation and following procedures.
• Team Player: Willingness to collaborate and assist with supervisory tasks as needed.

Education, Experience, Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Bachelor’s Degree in a chemical, physical biological or clinical laboratory science or meet other provisions defined in CLIA 42CFT 493.
• Two years’ experience preferred but not required.

• National recognized laboratory certification such as ASCP or AMT is required within 6 months of hire. Exceptions or extensions may be given on an individual basis, which is based on extenuating circumstances. All exceptions or extensions must be approved by the laboratory director, laboratory manager and director of human resources. Current CPR/BLS Certification

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package to support your career growth and personal well-being. For details about our benefits, visit our Benefits Guide.

Employment offers are contingent upon successfully fulfilling all pre-employment requirements, including a background check, drug screening, and verification of current immunizations.

Equal Opportunity Employer