Medical Technologist I

Community Health Systems; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider seeks a Medical Technologist I to perform complex laboratory tests, ensuring accurate results under minimal supervision. This role supports patient care through effective laboratory practices and collaboration, ideal for entry-level candidates with a strong educational background in medical laboratory science.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of laboratory procedures and safety regulations.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
• Proficient in using laboratory information systems.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and specialized laboratory tests accurately.
• Ensures compliance with quality control procedures.
• Collaborates with healthcare staff for effective patient care.

Skills

Laboratory Procedures

Quality Control Protocols

Interpersonal Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science

Clinical Laboratory Technology Proficiency Examination

Job description

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Day shift, 12 hrs shifts, rotating weekends.

Job Summary

The Medical Technologist I 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.

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.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
  
  

Qualifications

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

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Strong understanding of laboratory procedures, quality control protocols, and safety regulations.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues with laboratory instruments.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to meet testing deadlines.
• Proficient in using laboratory information systems and maintaining accurate records.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with healthcare staff.
• Knowledge of population-specific competencies for all relevant patient demographics.
  
  

Licenses and Certifications

• ASCP - Medical Technologist preferred or
• Certified Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)-AMT preferred or
• CLS-L - Clinical Lab Scientist License preferred
  
  

To apply, please email [e-mail]

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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