Night Shift Medical Technologist - Precision Lab Impact

MountainView Regional Medical Center; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

MountainView Regional Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM seeks a Medical Technologist I to perform routine and specialized moderate and high complexity lab tests on blood and body fluids under minimal supervision. 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.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform moderate and high complexity laboratory tests accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely reporting of results with appropriate documentation.
• Adhere to quality control procedures by performing required checks, analyzing data, troubleshooting out-of-range results, and taking corrective actions as necessary.
• Conduct daily, weekly, and monthly instrument function checks and preventative maintenance according to laboratory policies and procedures.
• Troubleshoot instrument malfunctions, attempting corrective actions or notifying the appropriate personnel or manufacturer as needed.
• Ensure all laboratory procedures comply with safety regulations, including the use of PPE and adherence to the Laboratory Safety Plan.
• Communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, and other healthcare staff, providing timely updates on unusual patient results, instrument malfunctions, and quality control issues.
• Assist 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

Laboratory procedures

Quality control

Troubleshooting

Time management

Record keeping

Communication

Population-specific competencies

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related field

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Phlebotomy

Job description

MountainView Regional Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM seeks a Medical Technologist I to perform routine and specialized moderate and high complexity lab tests on blood and body fluids under minimal supervision. 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.