Medical Technologist

Dignity Health - St. Rose Dominican Neighborhood Hospitals - Las Vegas, NV

Full-time - Mid Level

Las Vegas, NV

About the position

This position is responsible for providing technical assistance and supportive patient care to meet the needs of individual patients across assigned areas. The role includes the collection and analysis of laboratory specimens, reporting results according to established protocols, and acting as a general supervisor over lab activities.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance and supportive patient care to meet individual patient needs.
• Collect and analyze laboratory specimens according to laboratory protocols and procedures.
• Report laboratory results in compliance with established standards.
• Act as a general supervisor over assigned lab activities.
• Perform tasks and complex tests in all areas of the laboratory as assigned.
• Collect and process specimens utilizing established protocols.
• Perform quality control and preventive maintenance on laboratory instruments.
• Validate and deliver results of tests performed and assist with troubleshooting and quality assurance issues.
• Follow established safety practices and maintain compliance documentation.
• Assist with proficiency testing and corrective actions as necessary.
• Develop collaboration among clinical departments to ensure integrated laboratory services.
• Coordinate and perform all pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic laboratory activities.
• Assist with patient care activities within the scope of state license and regulations.
• Maintain patient safety and confidentiality at all times.
• Prepare patients and assist during examinations or procedures.
• Maintain lab and patient care areas with appropriate supplies.
• Attend staff meetings and perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Biological/Physical Sciences or Medical Laboratory Science.
• Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Minimum of 6 years core lab experience (Pittsburgh Market).
• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technologist (MLS/MLT) by ASCP or AMT (Las Vegas Market).
• Valid State of Nevada license as Laboratory General Supervisor or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire.
• Minimum of 3 years lab experience in non-waived specialties of a clinical laboratory, with 2 years in a licensed laboratory.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with IV start, phlebotomy, and initiation of EKG (training provided).

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage
• Dental insurance coverage
• 401k retirement savings plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Continuing education support