Technologist: Medical Lab Scientist - Weekdays (Full-time)
About The Position
Join a high-performing rural healthcare laboratory where you'll perform a broad range of testing across multiple disciplines while enjoying a consistent four-day workweek and a meaningful impact on patient care. Pagosa Springs Medical Center (PSMC) is seeking an experienced Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) / Medical Technologist (MT) to join our Laboratory team. This position performs technical analytical procedures requiring knowledge and expertise in hematology, chemistry, special chemistry, microbiology, blood bank, serology, urinalysis, coagulation, and phlebotomy. The MLS/MT performs routine and specialized laboratory testing, evaluates quality control, performs instrument maintenance and troubleshooting, and collaborates with providers and healthcare teams to support accurate diagnosis and treatment. The position also has authority to manually enter results into the Laboratory Information System (LIS). The ideal candidate is a strong laboratory generalist who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is committed to quality, accuracy, and exceptional patient care.
Requirements
- Associate's, Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in Laboratory Sciences required
- Completion of an approved Medical Technology internship required
- Minimum five (5) years of experience as a clinical Medical Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist required
- Generalist laboratory experience strongly preferred
- Large hospital laboratory experience preferred but not required
- One of the following certifications is required: Medical Technologist (MT) – ASCP or AMT MLT (ASCLS), MT (ASCLS), or equivalent certification
- Candidates eligible for certification may be considered if they are able to obtain certification within two (2) years of hire.
- Current AHA BLS certification for Healthcare Providers
- Ability to distinguish colors accurately
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
- Knowledge of laboratory instrumentation and testing methodologies
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
- Ability to prioritize workload and respond to urgent testing needs
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Proficiency with: Laboratory Information Systems (LIS), Electronic Health Records, Microsoft Office applications
Nice To Haves
- Generalist laboratory experience strongly preferred
- Large hospital laboratory experience preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Perform laboratory testing in: Hematology, Chemistry, Special Chemistry, Microbiology, Blood Bank, Serology, Urinalysis, Coagulation
- Perform routine and specialized laboratory testing according to established procedures
- Evaluate, analyze, verify, and release patient test results
- Confirm abnormal results and report critical values according to policy
- Respond promptly to STAT testing requests
- Perform testing for patients across all age groups, from neonates through geriatrics
- Perform and document quality control testing
- Participate in proficiency testing and competency programs
- Complete corrective actions when quality issues arise
- Maintain compliance with CLIA, COLA, laboratory, and organizational standards
- Support laboratory quality improvement initiatives
- Perform routine maintenance on laboratory equipment
- Troubleshoot instrumentation and procedural issues
- Assist in resolving equipment problems and maintaining operational readiness
- Monitor reagent and supply inventories and notify leadership of shortages
- Perform phlebotomy and specimen collection using proper collection techniques
- Verify orders and collect appropriate specimen types
- Ensure proper labeling, accessioning, and specimen transport
- Educate patients regarding specimen collection procedures
- Maintain specimen integrity and quality standards
- Utilize the Laboratory Information System (LIS) for resulting, ordering, editing, and managing tests
- Process reference laboratory testing requests
- Assist with training and orientation of new laboratory employees
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment
- Support departmental inventory and supply management activities
Benefits
- Generous paid time off
- Separate sick leave
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Life and AD&D insurance
- Long-term disability
- Option for short-term disability
- Retirement plan with employer contribution
- Starting Work Bonus: up to $5,000
- Moving Expense Reimbursement: up to $3,000
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
