Lifepoint Health·Elko, Nevada
The Medical Technologist performs moderate and high-complexity diagnostic laboratory testing on patient specimens to assist in disease diagnosis and monitoring. They are also responsible for validating results, maintaining laboratory equipment, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
this is a PRN role that will work on an as-needed basis.
Your experience matters
Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Medical Technologist joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
How you’ll contribute
A Medical Technologist who excels in this role performs moderate and high‑complexity diagnostic laboratory testing on patient specimens to assist providers in the diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing monitoring of disease. Additional duties include:
Validates, interprets, and reports laboratory results, recognizing discrepancies, critical values, or unusual patterns.
Performs and evaluates daily quality control; documents corrective actions and follows established QC protocols.
Participates in proficiency testing, competency assessments, and regulatory inspections.
Adheres to all federal, state, and accreditation standards, including but not limited to CLIA, CAP, OSHA, and The Joint Commission.
Operates, calibrates, and maintains laboratory analyzers and equipment. Recognizes equipment failures and promptly notifies leadership or vendor support as appropriate.
Troubleshoots mechanical, reagent, or analytical issues; documents findings and corrective actions.
Ensures proper patient identification, specimen labeling, and processing procedures.
Evaluates specimen acceptability and initiates recollection when criteria are not met. Maintains chain‑of‑custody, storage requirements, and handling procedures for all specimen types.
Accurately enters, verifies, and releases results in the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
Completes and maintains required records, logs, and documentation in accordance with regulatory standards.
Rotates through multiple bench assignments and shifts as department needs require.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Financial & Career Growth: 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What we’re looking for
Not ready to complete an application, or have questions? Please contact Tara at tara.baker@lpnt.net
Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is a 75-bed acute care hospital that offers exceptional care to Elko county and the surrounding areas of northeastern Nevada. We are recognized by the American College of Cardiology as an accredited Chest Pain Center and we believe that health care should be effective, safer, and more available to all people. We are committed to providing our patients with the highest quality, family-friendly care available.
Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Northeastern Nevada Regional Hospital is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
Applicants must hold a bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory science and possess a current General Supervisor License issued by the Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health. Certification through ASCP or AMT is preferred.
Market context
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