Medical Technologist | 401(k) Match + Student Loan Aid

Community Health Systems; Bullhead City (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Student Loan Repayment up to $10k

Competitive pay

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a Medical Technologist I to perform routine and specialized laboratory tests with minimal supervision. You will help ensure accurate results, support patient care, and assist in data collection for regulatory compliance.

The role may include teaching new staff and students, phlebotomy duties as needed, and collaboration with the healthcare team to maintain quality and efficiency on the shift.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field is required.
• Passing score on the Clinical Laboratory Technology Proficiency examination approved by HHS (HEW) is required.
• 0-2 years of acute care experience is required.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Lab procedures

Quality control

Safety regs

Troubleshooting

Recordkeeping

Communication

Population competencies

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related

Job description

Community Health Systems is seeking a Medical Technologist I to perform routine and specialized laboratory tests with minimal supervision. You will help ensure accurate results, support patient care, and assist in data collection for regulatory compliance.

The role may include teaching new staff and students, phlebotomy duties as needed, and collaboration with the healthcare team to maintain quality and efficiency on the shift.