Medical Lab Technician

Medical Lab Technician

Santa Fe, New Mexico is a magical, exuberant, colorful journey at any time of year. The legendary history and culture will fascinate and inspire you. Art galleries and diverse visual arts span ancient traditional art to the most contemporary, making it one of the largest and most important art markets in the country. Settle yourself into the World Class accommodations, partake of the sumptuous world-renowned cuisine and treat yourself to the colorful markets and experience because Santa Fe has been considered a legendary trading center for hundreds of years. Placed in the Top 15 Cities in the U.S. in 2018 by Travel and Leisure, Top 14 Best Places to Travel in 2019 Forbes Magazine and listed as one of the Best Weekend Getaways in Readers Digest, Santa Fe has very little room to disappoint anyone willing to take the plunge. Take a closer look at what can be experienced in Santa Fe here! Airport Information: Albuquerque International Sunport The Albuquerque International Sunport, known for its distinct southwestern architecture and cultural dcor, is New Mexico's largest commercial airport, welcoming over 5 million passengers each year. The Sunport boasts a world-class art collection, unique amenities, New Mexican cuisine, and many local artisanal gifts. approximately 5 miles southeast of downtown. It serves as the primary airport for the region and offers more than 250 nonstop flights daily to various destinations. For more information about the airport, check out their website here! About the Facility Santa Fe IHS The Santa Fe Indian Health Center (SFIHC) provides a range of essential healthcare services tailored to the Native American community. These include primary care services such as preventive health, chronic disease management, and health education. The center also offers behavioral health services, including mental health counseling and substance abuse treatment, to support emotional and psychological well-being. Additionally, the facility provides dental care, optometry, and public health services aimed at promoting overall community health. Facility Address: 1700 Cerrillos Road, Santa Fe, NM 87505

Responsibilities

• The Medical Lab Technician performs diagnostic laboratory examinations for patients after evaluation by healthcare providers.
• Independently operate high-complexity laboratory equipment according to department needs.
• Conduct proper patient identification (using 2 identifiers) and explain the methods of procedures, including special collection instructions, to obtain the best possible laboratory results.
• Perform phlebotomy procedures, including venipuncture and capillary collections, on patients of all age groups.
• Perform routine maintenance on laboratory equipment according to manufacturer guidelines and standard laboratory protocols.
• The Medical Lab Technician maintains a quality control system for daily laboratory operations, adhering to CLIA, HIPAA, and JCAHO standards, and ensuring acceptance/rejection of quality control results using Levey Jennings criteria.
• Perform a variety of routine to highly complex tests, including but not limited to hematology, chemistry, blood banking, urinalysis, serology, reference testing, and microbiology.
• Maintain records for all laboratory functions, including equipment repairs, surveys, and testing documentation, in compliance with HIPAA and CMS/JCAHO regulations.
• Communicate effectively with staff, including notifying them of any equipment repairs or downtime.
• Maintain accurate daily records of patient workload and examinations.
• The Medical Lab Technician assists in emergency situations such as cardiac arrests, including performing CPR and recognizing/responding to anaphylaxis.

Requirements

• Must have twelve (12) months as a Medical Technician with Generalist experience.
• Must have an associate's degree in medical technology or one of the Biological Science (Biology, Microbiology, Chemistry, etc.) from an accredited college or university.
• Shall be certified by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), American Medical Technologists (AMT), or an equivalent MLT or CLT certification (with appropriate training) and a minimum of one (1) year of experience
• Must have certification in Current Basic Life Support (BLS).

KurzSolutions is committed to improving health outcomes by providing well-managed companies with the top healthcare talent in the market. KurzSolutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit, and business need.