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Medical Lab Technologist

Community Health Systems

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Location
Tucson, AZ
Schedule
Full-time
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Passing Score On The Clinical Laboratory Technology Proficiency Examination Approved By Hhs (Hew)Ascp - Medical TechnologistMedical Laboratory Technologist (Amt)Medical Laboratory Technologist (Aab)Bachelor's degree

Job overview

The Medical Lab Technologist performs routine and specialized moderate to high complexity laboratory tests on blood and body fluid specimens, ensures accurate results, maintains instruments, and may teach new staff while supporting patient care through phlebotomy and regulatory compliance.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Laboratory TestingPhlebotomyInstrument MaintenanceQuality ControlData CollectionRegulatory ComplianceCommunication

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or Chemical Physical Biological or Clinical Laboratory SciencePassing Score on the Clinical Laboratory Technology Proficiency Examination Approved by Hhs (Hew)0-2 Years of Acute Care ExperienceA Minimum of 1-Year Experience in Blood BankAscp - Medical TechnologistMedical Laboratory Technologist (Amt)Medical Laboratory Technologist (Aab)

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Medical Lab Technologist are eligible for up to $20,000 in Student Loan Repayment!

Why You’ll Love Working Here!

  • My Health – Medical, Dental, and Vision plans. Flexible Spending Accounts and Employee Assistance Programs

  • My Future – PTO and Sick Time, 401(k) with Employer Match, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability

  • CHS Pathways - Student Loan Repayment, Educational Support, and Licensure and Certification Reimbursement, Opportunities for career advancement

  • My Advantage - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness Insurance, Life and Long-Term Care Insurance, Pet Insurance

  • Employee Referral Bonus Program, Reward and Recognition Programs and much more!

  • Benefit eligible Medical Lab Technologist are eligible for up to $20,000 in Student Loan Repayment!

Job Summary

The Medical Technologist performs routine and specialized moderate and high complexity laboratory tests on blood and body fluid specimens under minimal supervision. This role ensures accurate and reliable test results by adhering to quality control protocols and maintaining laboratory instruments. 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.

Schedule: Full-Time, Days

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or, Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Science required or

  • Passing score on the Clinical Laboratory Technology Proficiency examination approved by HHS (HEW) required

  • 0-2 years of acute care experience required

  • A minimum of 1-year experience in Blood Bank highly preferred

Licenses and Certifications

  • ASCP - Medical Technologist required or

  • Medical Laboratory Technologist (AMT) required or

  • Medical Laboratory Technologist (AAB) required

Essential Functions

  • Performs moderate and high complexity laboratory tests accurately and efficiently, ensuring timely reporting of results with appropriate documentation.

  • Adheres to quality control procedures by performing required checks, analyzing data, troubleshooting out-of-range results, and taking corrective actions as necessary.

  • Conducts daily, weekly, and monthly instrument function checks and preventative maintenance according to laboratory policies and procedures.

  • Troubleshoots instrument malfunctions, attempting corrective actions or notifying the appropriate personnel or manufacturer as needed.

  • Ensures all laboratory procedures comply with safety regulations, including the use of personal protective equipment and adherence to the Laboratory Safety Plan.

  • Communicates effectively with peers, supervisors, and other healthcare staff, providing timely updates on unusual patient results, instrument malfunctions, and quality control issues.

  • Assists 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to http://www.chs.net/serving-communities/locations/ to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.

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