Travel Medical Lab Technician
Santo Domingo, NM
Lux Travel Nurse
5x8 hrs, Days

Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)

$25/hr $1100 weekly stipend

Housing and Travel provided

📍 Santo Domingo Pueblo, New Mexico

Are you a detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Technician looking for a rewarding opportunity in the beautiful Southwest? Join a dedicated healthcare team serving a close-knit community in Santo Domingo Pueblo, New Mexico. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the rich culture, stunning landscapes, and outdoor adventures that New Mexico has to offer. 

Why You'll Love This Location

Located between Albuquerque and Santa Fe, Santo Domingo Pueblo offers easy access to world-class hiking, mountain scenery, cultural attractions, local art markets, and year-round sunshine. Enjoy your days off exploring historic pueblos, visiting national monuments, experiencing authentic Southwestern cuisine, or taking weekend trips to nearby desert and mountain destinations.

Position Overview

As a Medical Laboratory Technician, you will perform a wide variety of laboratory tests and procedures that support patient diagnosis and treatment. You'll work in a collaborative healthcare environment where quality patient care, accuracy, and professionalism are highly valued. 

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory testing using manual and automated methods.
• Collect, process, label, and prepare specimens for testing.
• Conduct point-of-care testing and document results accurately in the electronic health record.
• Perform venipuncture and specimen collection for patients of all ages.
• Maintain laboratory equipment through calibration, troubleshooting, and preventative maintenance.
• Follow CLIA, OSHA, infection control, and quality assurance standards.
• Communicate critical test results promptly to providers.
• Monitor inventory and ensure adequate laboratory supplies are available.
• Participate in ongoing education and competency training. 

Qualifications

Required

• Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology with at least one year of laboratory experience; OR
• Phlebotomy Certification with three years of laboratory experience.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory procedures, specimen handling, quality control, and safety standards.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.  

Preferred

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technician program.
• Two years of experience in a hospital or clinical laboratory setting.
• Experience working in rural, tribal, or community healthcare environments. 

What You'll Bring

• Attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with healthcare providers.
• Strong patient service skills and professionalism.
• Dedication to providing exceptional care and maintaining the highest standards of laboratory practice.