Medical Laboratory Technologist
Pagosa Springs, CO
PRIDE Health
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Medical Lab Technologist - Day Shift

Location: Pagosa Springs, Colorado
Employment Type: Contract
Assignment Length: 13 weeks
Shift:

• Saturday & Sunday: 6:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
• Monday: 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
  Weekly Hours: 36 hours

Position Summary

Seeking an experienced Medical Lab Scientist (MLS/MT) traveler to perform a broad range of laboratory testing across multiple disciplines including hematology, chemistry, microbiology, blood bank, urinalysis, coagulation, and serology. The role requires working independently during shifts in a Critical Access Hospital setting, ensuring accurate and timely results to support patient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex laboratory testing across all core lab departments
• Analyze, verify, and report test results, including critical values
• Perform phlebotomy and specimen processing as needed
• Maintain and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation
• Perform and document quality control procedures
• Utilize Laboratory Information System (LIS) for documentation and reporting
• Maintain compliance with all regulatory and safety standards
• May be required to float within scope, including phlebotomy

Required Qualifications

• Medical Technologist with a minimum of 2 years of experience, including experience within the last year
• Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or a related field with completed clinical training
• Certification by ASCP (MLS/MT) or AMT
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Experience in an Acute Care setting
• Experience with Cerner Electronic Health Record system

Skills and Work Environment

• Ability to work independently on shift
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Experience across multiple lab disciplines
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, rural hospital environment
• Must be adaptable to rural healthcare settings

Additional Information

• On-call not required
• Holidays may be required if falling within scheduled shifts
• Floating within scope may be required
• Traveler must be comfortable working independently