Medical Lab Technologist/Scientist
Vernal, UT
$55,000 - $79,000
Job Description
Where We Are:
Welcome to a land of high cliffs, desert sand, sagebrush and mountain peaks. Situated in a beautiful valley in the corner of northeastern Utah, Vernal is a place that abounds in both natural beauty and family-friendly living. Living in “dinosaur country” offers not only a wide array of recreational opportunities but also a strong economy and educational system.
$10,000 sign on bonus
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
· Night and weekend differentials
· And much more…
Position Summary:
Medical Lab Tech / Medical Technologist is responsible for the performance of Laboratory testing, to work together with the Laboratory Director, Pathologists, and Technologists to provide prompt and accurate Laboratory testing for patients of our hospital and surrounding community. Full time position. Shift is 8:00 pm - 6:00 am, 7 nights on / 7 nights off.
Essential Duties:
· Collects specimens for laboratory examination by venipuncture, various culture techniques, etc.
· Adheres to OSHA, CLIA, and Joint Commission regulations.
· Works without supervision or assistance.
· Responds to codes, traumas, and emergencies immediately.
· Operates and maintains all instruments. Maintains and documents quality control.
· Keeps 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.