Medical Laboratory Technician

Title: Medical Laboratory Technician
Location: Canon City, CO, 81212
Shift: Nights
Schedule: 4x10
Contract: 13 Weeks

PAY RANGE: $1,800 - $1,803 / Weekly

Job Overview

We are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Medical Laboratory Technician to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in laboratory procedures and techniques, with a commitment to delivering accurate and timely diagnostic results. As a Medical Laboratory Technician, you will perform essential laboratory tests, handle specimens with precision, and support patient care initiatives within a fast-paced hospital or clinical environment. This role offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to patient outcomes through meticulous laboratory work and exceptional service.

Duties

• Collect, process, and analyze biological specimens such as blood, urine, and tissue samples using established laboratory techniques.
• Perform routine laboratory tests following standardized procedures to ensure accuracy and reliability of results.
• Handle specimens with aseptic techniques, ensuring proper labeling, storage, and documentation in accordance with safety protocols.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment, including calibrating instruments and troubleshooting technical issues as needed.
• Assist in patient preparation by obtaining vital signs, explaining procedures, and providing compassionate patient service during specimen collection.
• Document test results accurately within Electronic Medical Records (EMR) or Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems while maintaining data integrity.
• Adhere to safety standards such as Basic Life Support (BLS) and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), ensuring a safe environment for staff and patients alike.
• Support laboratory quality assurance activities by participating in audits, maintaining cleanliness, and following infection control protocols.

Skills

• Proficiency in laboratory procedures and techniques relevant to clinical diagnostics.
• Strong knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology to interpret test orders accurately.
• Experience with specimen collection methods including venipuncture (blood sampling) and phlebotomy specimen handling.
• Familiarity with hospital-based workflows, EMR/EHR systems, and data entry processes.
• Excellent customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with patients of all ages, including pediatrics and geriatrics.
• Ability to perform heavy lifting when necessary for specimen transport or equipment setup while maintaining safety standards.
• Knowledge of aseptic techniques to prevent contamination during sample processing.
• Prior experience working in clinical laboratories within healthcare settings is highly desirable.

Join our team to advance healthcare diagnostics through precise laboratory work while providing compassionate patient care in a dynamic hospital environment!

Pay: $1,800.00 - $1,803.00 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Medical Laboratory Technician: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $1,800 - $1,803