MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST/MLT ($15,000 Recruitment Compensation & $5,000 Relocation Assistance Available)

Gila Regional Medical Center•Silver City, NM

About The Position

General Description: The Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Technician is responsible for performing Laboratory specimen testing, analysis and reporting. S/he prepares specimens, calibrates and maintains instruments, and assists in all areas of the Lab, as needed. Performs high complexity Laboratory testing and analyses on products and specimens. Reports test results promptly, accurately and proficiently. Performs instrument calibrations and preventative maintenance according to manufacturer guidelines. Troubleshoots problems and errors with instrumentation, as needed. Collects and evaluates specimens, and prepares samples for testing. Reports unusual patient data or test results to Lab Supervisor, Director or Medical Director. Consults with providers about Lab results and follow-up testing. Assists in other areas of the Lab, and performs phlebotomy, as needed. Provides patient care, in collaboration with the patient, family and healthcare providers. Assists with ordering supplies.

Requirements

Medical Technologist: Minimum Bachelors Degree Medical Technologist, Registered by ACSP or AMT
Experience with computer software installation and testing of new applications
Medical Laboratory Technician: Minimum Associates Degree in chemical, physical, biological, clinical laboratory science; Or minimum Associates Degree in medical laboratory technology from NAACLS approved program; Or minimum High School Diploma/ GED, and successful completion of a military medical laboratory procedures course of at least 50 weeks in duration
All required documents must be presented at time of hire
EXTERNAL APPLICANT: Employment is contingent upon successful completion of pre-employment drug and alcohol testing

Responsibilities

performing Laboratory specimen testing, analysis and reporting
prepares specimens
calibrates and maintains instruments
assists in all areas of the Lab, as needed
Performs high complexity Laboratory testing and analyses on products and specimens
Reports test results promptly, accurately and proficiently
Performs instrument calibrations and preventative maintenance according to manufacturer guidelines
Troubleshoots problems and errors with instrumentation, as needed
Collects and evaluates specimens, and prepares samples for testing
Reports unusual patient data or test results to Lab Supervisor, Director or Medical Director
Consults with providers about Lab results and follow-up testing
Assists in other areas of the Lab, and performs phlebotomy, as needed
Provides patient care, in collaboration with the patient, family and healthcare providers
Assists with ordering supplies