Medical Technologist

JobCast ID: um37wf1sthvy
Title: Medical Technologist
Level: Junior
Reports To: Director of Lab
Vacant Since: This is a newly opened position
Travel Required: No travel required
Visa Support: No visa sponsorships supported
 

Location(s)
Country: United States of America
City: Vernal
State: UT
Postal Code: 84078

Monetary
Currency: $ USD
Salary Minimum: $50,905.00
Salary Maximum: $65,738.00
Signing Bonus: Yes
Bonus Description: We are offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus
Relocation Package: None

Must-Haves:

1. ASCP, AMT, or equivalent certification.
2. Associate's degree or higher in Clinical Lab Science (or related).
3. Willingness to relocate to Vernal, UT.
4. Prior work authorization - we do not offer sponsorships for this role.

Nice-To-Haves:

1. Prior hospital experience.

Job Description

Position Summary:
The Medical Laboratory Technician / Medical Laboratory Scientist is responsible for the performance of laboratory testing and will work with the Laboratory Director, Pathologists, and Technologists to provide prompt and accurate lab testing for patients of our hospital and surrounding community. This is a full-time position that works the evening shift from 1:00 pm-11:00 pm in a 7 on / 7 off rotation.

Essential Duties:

• Collect specimens for laboratory examination by venipuncture, various culture techniques, etc.
• Adhere to OSHA, CLIA, and Joint Commission regulations.
• Work without supervision or assistance.
• Respond to codes, traumas, and emergencies immediately.
• Operate and maintain all instruments. Maintain and document quality control.
• Keep appropriate logs and records, data entry and retrieval of patient results, and accession of patient specimens.
• Report STAT results within 60 minutes, perform manual tests as required, and set up bacteria on appropriate media.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Medical Laboratory Scientist / Medical Laboratory Technician certification through the ASCP, AMT, or equivalent required.
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Clinical Lab Science or related degree.
• Hospital experience preferred.

Screening Questions:

1. Are you familiar with Vernal, UT? It is a small community in a rural area that is approximately 3 hours from Salt Lake City, UT, and 5+ hours from Denver, CO.
2. What are your wage expectations?
3. Are you willing to work the following schedule: 1:00 pm-11:00 pm in a 7 on / 7 off rotation?

Interview Steps:

1. Send Resume/Candidate Info to HR.
2. Prescreening call with HR.
3. Send to the Hiring Manager.
4. Hiring Manager Review.

Company Culture & Perks:

Located in Vernal, Utah, known as an outdoor paradise. From Flaming Gorge Reservoir to the primitive areas of the Uinta Mountains, outdoor recreation is at your doorstep. Fishing, hunting, biking, camping, golfing, water sports, cross-country skiing, and white-water rafting are just a few of the activities that this diverse landscape has to offer.

Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K benefits for full-time employees.
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees.
• Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance.
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants.
• Professional Development and Growth Opportunities.
• And much more…

Benefits

• Dental Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Retirement
• Equity
• Work From Home
• Paid Time Off
• Other