Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) / Traveling Phlebotomist

Summary: The Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) / Traveling Phlebotomist is responsible for performing laboratory testing, collecting and processing patient specimens, maintaining quality standards, and supporting daily laboratory operations at Luxor Scientific's Nevada clinic and designated off-site locations. This position combines technical laboratory responsibilities with direct patient care, including venipuncture, specimen collection, and travel to assigned collection sites. The employee is expected to maintain accurate laboratory records, follow established safety protocols, and ensure compliance with applicable federal and Nevada laboratory regulations. ESSENTIAL DUTIES: Perform laboratory testing, specimen processing, and analysis within the employee's authorized scope of practice and demonstrated competency. Prepare, analyze, and document laboratory specimens in accordance with established procedures and regulatory requirements. Perform venipuncture and capillary blood collection at the clinic and designated off-site locations. Verify patient identity, accurately label specimens, and ensure proper collection, handling, storage, and transportation. Provide professional and compassionate patient care, explain collection procedures, and respond appropriately to patient concerns or complications. Travel to assigned clinics, healthcare facilities, patient locations, and other approved collection sites as needed, while ensuring required laboratory supervisory coverage is maintained. Maintain a valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and reliable transportation when required for assigned duties. Safely transport specimens, supplies, and equipment while maintaining required delivery timeframes and temperature conditions. Maintain accurate laboratory records, patient documentation, travel logs, mileage records, and specimen collection information. Monitor laboratory inventory, supplies, equipment readiness, and overall cleanliness and organization of work areas. Ensure compliance with CLIA, applicable Nevada laboratory regulations, OSHA, HIPAA, and company policies. Participate in laboratory inspections, audits, proficiency testing, quality assurance activities, and continuous improvement initiatives. Maintain required professional licenses, certifications, continuing education, and competency standards. Communicate effectively with healthcare providers, patients, and team members regarding testing, scheduling, and operational concerns. Perform additional duties as assigned, consistent with professional qualifications, regulatory requirements, and operational needs. Requirements QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science, Biological Science, or related field required; advanced degree preferred. Must meet Nevada General Supervisor qualifications under NAC 652.410, including applicable education and laboratory experience requirements. Must hold a valid Nevada General Supervisor certificate and appropriate clinical laboratory personnel certification. Must possess the Nevada credentials required to perform phlebotomy. Experience performing laboratory testing, specimen collection, and quality control procedures. Knowledge of CLIA, OSHA, HIPAA, and Nevada laboratory regulations. Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and patient care skills. Valid driver's license, acceptable driving record, and ability to travel to assigned locations. Ability to work independently, maintain accurate documentation, and ensure laboratory compliance. PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND CONDITIONS: Clinic/Group Medical Practice environment with exposure to communicable disease or body fluids. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands or finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. #J-18808-Ljbffr Luxor Scientific, LLC