MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST/MLT ($15,000 Recruitment Compensation & up to $5,000 Relocation Assistance Available)
Gila Regional Medical Center•Silver City, NM
About The Position
The Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Technician performs laboratory specimen testing, analysis, and reporting. The role prepares specimens, calibrates and maintains instruments, and assists in other laboratory areas as needed. Responsibilities also include performing high-complexity testing, communicating results, troubleshooting instrumentation, supporting providers with laboratory results and follow-up testing, and assisting with patient care and supply ordering.
Requirements
- Medical Technologist: Minimum bachelor's degree.
- Medical Technologist: Registration as a Medical Technologist by ASCP or AMT.
- Medical Technologist: Experience with computer software installation and testing new applications.
- Medical Laboratory Technician: Minimum associate degree in chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science; or minimum associate degree in medical laboratory technology from a NAACLS-approved program; or minimum high school diploma/GED and successful completion of a military medical laboratory procedures course of at least 50 weeks.
- All required documents must be presented at the time of hire.
- External applicants must successfully complete pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.
Responsibilities
- Perform high-complexity laboratory testing and analyses on products and specimens.
- Report test results promptly, accurately, and proficiently.
- Perform instrument calibrations and preventive maintenance according to manufacturer guidelines.
- Troubleshoot instrumentation problems and errors as needed.
- Collect and evaluate specimens and prepare samples for testing.
- Report unusual patient data or test results to the Lab Supervisor, Director, or Medical Director.
- Consult with providers about laboratory results and follow-up testing.
- Assist in other laboratory areas and perform phlebotomy as needed.
- Provide patient care in collaboration with the patient, family, and healthcare providers.
- Assist with ordering supplies.
Benefits
- $15,000 recruitment compensation.
- Up to $5,000 relocation assistance.
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