Medical Technologist (MT, MLS)

ansiblegovernmentsolutions; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Exceptional compensation packages

Full benefits

Job summary

ansiblegovernmentsolutions is looking for Medical Technologists to support the Raymond G. Murphy VA Medical Center in Albuquerque, NM. The role involves performing diverse laboratory procedures, maintaining equipment, and ensuring quality control.

Qualified candidates will have an accredited medical laboratory science degree, and experience in clinical laboratories. The position offers exceptional compensation and full benefits.

Qualifications

• Accredited Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and completion of an accredited clinical practice program.
• Two years of post-certification clinical laboratory experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician.
• Demonstrated knowledge and education in laboratory medicine techniques.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory procedures in various disciplines.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and keep documentation.
• Enter and verify results in the computer system.

Skills

Laboratory Procedures

Quality Control

Problem Analysis

Clinical Laboratory Experience

Education

Accredited Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science

Completion of accredited medical technology clinical practice program

Job description

Overview

Medical Technologists (Medical Laboratory Scientists) to support the Raymond G. Murphy VA Medical Center located at 1501 San Pedro Dr. SE, Albuquerque, NM 87108. Services will be delivered to both the Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Pathology divisions of the facility. Exceptional compensation packages with full benefits are available.

Responsibilities

• Rotate on a regular basis through the areas in which they have been trained and are competent
• Perform a broad range of laboratory procedures in Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Microbiology, and Transfusion Medicine
• Perform advanced and complex laboratory procedures, recognizing deviation from expected results, analyzing and correcting problems using scientific principles
• Recognize and communicate pre-defined critical results affecting patient care
• Maintain the optimal functioning of laboratory equipment and keep appropriate records for documentation; operate, calibrate, identify malfunctions, repair and perform preventive maintenance of laboratory analyzers
• Perform and document quality control, quality assurance and corrective actions related to test performance using sound statistical principles and theories of performance improvement
• Enter and verify laboratory results in the computer system; recognize deviations from expected results, analyze and correct problems using scientific principles
• Perform other duties as assigned relating to the responsibilities of a Medical Technologist

Qualifications

• Option 1: Accredited Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science, medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or a related science (e.g., biology, chemistry) AND completion of an accredited medical technology clinical practice program (e.g., NAACLS, CAAHEP, ABHES).
• Option 2:
  • Accredited Bachelor’s degree including 16 semester hours in biological science (one course in microbiology), 16 semester hours in chemistry (one course in organic or biochemistry), and one course in mathematics.
  • Two (2) years of post-certification clinical laboratory experience within the last ten (10) years as a certified Medical Laboratory Technician (ASCP‑BOC).
  • A minimum of one (1) year of Medical Technologist experience within the last three (3) years.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory medicine techniques and practices.
  • Demonstrated education and clinical training in the practice of laboratory medicine.
  • No sponsorship available.

Physical Requirements

• Sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift.
• Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist.
• Lift up to 20 lbs.
• Carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance.
• Push/pull with 30 lbs of force.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.