Medical Laboratory Technologist

Medical Laboratory Technologist Opportunity

Chase mountain views and meaningful impact as a Medical Laboratory Technologist at a high-performing critical access hospital where science meets adventure and every shift matters. As a Medical Laboratory Scientist, this healthcare organization offers the perfect mix of purpose and progress: a mission-driven, patient-first culture with measurable outcomes, consistently strong quality and safety performance, collaborative physician and APP relationships, and access to modern analyzers, advanced imaging, AI-assisted diagnostics, and clinician-friendly EHR/LIS builds that streamline workflows for the Medical Laboratory Technologist; add in supportive leadership that listens, real-time data dashboards, shared governance, robust onboarding with paid CEUs and conference support, tuition assistance, certification pay, research and clinical trial participation opportunities, and clearly defined clinical ladders so a Clinical Laboratory Scientist can grow faster while practicing at the top of license.

Inside Laboratory Servicesthe medical laboratory at this hospitalthe Clinical Laboratory Scientist thrives as a confident generalist across chemistry, hematology, coagulation, urinalysis, microbiology, blood bank/transfusion services, point-of-care, and limited molecular testing, supported by dependable pre-analytical processes, validated instrumentation, and a tightly integrated clinical laboratory team; importantly, the setting is a 25-bed critical access facility that blends small-town compassion with top-tier medical expertise, and its primary selling points include a 5-star patient experience, specialized partnerships with elite institutions, and a robust wilderness-trained emergency care systeman ideal environment for a Medical Laboratory Technologist who values both broad hands-on practice and high standards.

The Medical Laboratory Technologist reports to the Laboratory Manager and the Medical Director (Pathologist), with daily support from lead technologists and clinical educators; responsibilities for the Medical Laboratory Scientist include specimen collection and processing when needed, analytical testing with meticulous QC/QA, instrument calibration and maintenance, method verification, proficiency testing, regulatory readiness (CLIA/COLA/CAP standards), timely critical value communication, LIS troubleshooting, and point-of-care oversight, all while collaborating closely with friendly nurses and a diverse healthcare professional teampharmacists, respiratory therapists, imaging technologists, case managers, and morewho value a Clinical Laboratory Scientist's expertise and foster a respectful, team-first culture.

In west central Colorado, a Medical Laboratory Scientist will love a four-season lifestyle defined by alpine peaks, wild rivers, and sunlit mesasthink world-class hiking, skiing, snowboarding, mountain biking, fly-fishing, rafting, climbing, and camping within minutes; lively concerts, film and food festivals, art walks, and makers' markets energize mountain towns, while farm-to-table cuisine, craft coffee, and breweries showcase local flavor; families and professionals alike appreciate strong schools, accessible healthcare, clean air, abundant parks and trails, safe neighborhoods, and balanced density for privacy; the job market is steady with growing entrepreneurship and remote-work options powered by modern digital infrastructure, housing ranges from historic downtown cottages to new-build mountain modern homes, transportation is convenient with short local commutes and regional airport connectivity, and the inclusive community spirit, walkability and bikeability, and deep commitment to outdoor stewardship make a Clinical Laboratory Scientist feel right at home amid spectacular scenery.

The Medical Laboratory Technologist can expect competitive compensation with shift differentials and on-call pay, potential sign-on and relocation assistance, comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision), retirement savings with employer contributions, generous paid time off, life and disability insurance, wellness resources, certification and tuition support, and paid CEUs.