Medical Technologist

Medical Technologist

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A Medical Technologist who excels in this role performs moderate and high-complexity diagnostic laboratory testing on patient specimens to assist providers in the diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing monitoring of disease. Additional duties include:

• Validates, interprets, and reports laboratory results, recognizing discrepancies, critical values, or unusual patterns.
• Prioritizes and organizes workload to ensure timely result reporting across assigned bench areas.
• Performs and evaluates daily quality control; documents corrective actions and follows established QC protocols.
• Participates in proficiency testing, competency assessments, and regulatory inspections.
• Adheres to all federal, state, and accreditation standards, including but not limited to CLIA, CAP, OSHA, and The Joint Commission.
• Operates, calibrates, and maintains laboratory analyzers and equipment. Recognizes equipment failures and promptly notifies leadership or vendor support as appropriate.
• Troubleshoots mechanical, reagent, or analytical issues; documents findings and corrective actions.
• Ensures proper patient identification, specimen labeling, and processing procedures.
• Evaluates specimen acceptability and initiates recollection when criteria are not met.
• Maintains chain-of-custody, storage requirements, and handling procedures for all specimen types.
• Accurately enters, verifies, and releases results in the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Completes and maintains required records, logs, and documentation in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Utilizes multiple software systems and electronic tools to support laboratory operations.
• Communicates effectively and provides good customer service to providers, nurses, and clinical staff regarding results, specimen requirements, and testing limitations.
• Provides technical direction, guidance, and training to new employees, students, or support personnel as assigned.
• Follows all safety protocols, PPE requirements, and infection-prevention standards.
• Handles hazardous materials, bloodborne pathogens, and biohazardous waste according to policy.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and organized work environment; promptly reports safety concerns or exposures.
• Rotates through multiple bench assignments and shifts as department needs require.

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

Applicants should have a bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science. Additional requirements include:

• License/Certification: Medical Technologist licensure through ASCP or AMT preferred. Must hold a current General Supervisor License issued by the Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DPBH). Candidates with a pending license status may be considered for hire; an active license must be obtained within six (6) months of hire. All fees and costs related to obtaining General Supervisor licensure are the responsibility of the applicant.

Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is a 75-bed acute care hospital that offers exceptional care to Elko county and the surrounding areas of northeastern Nevada. We are recognized by the American College of Cardiology as an accredited Chest Pain Center and we believe that health care should be effective, safer, and more available to all people. We are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality, family-friendly care available.

Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.