Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
Senior Medical Technologist - Pathology
Job Description
Lovelace Biomedical Research Institute is seeking a Senior Medical Technologist to perform skilled clinical laboratory procedures according to established standards. This position will be responsible for performing automated and manual hematology, clinical chemistry, coagulation analyses, urinalysis and cytology. This position may perform technical evaluation of new instrumentation, method development and oversee the review and revision of laboratory policies and procedures. Responsibilities will include monitoring of all procedures and quality control practices to ensure accuracy and validity of test results and compliance with the requirements of regulatory and certifying agencies. The position will work with a multi-disciplinary biomedical research team studying the pathogenesis of infectious agents and toxicity of environmental pollutants and drug products. Will serve as a lead in the department providing assistance to the Supervisor.
Bachelor's Degree in Medical Lab Sciences or related field and minimum of four years of experience as a laboratory generalist, or MLT with six years experience in a clinical laboratory, or an equivalent combination of education and training from which comparable knowledge, skills and abilities have been attained.
Certification by a recognized agency (ASCP or equivalent) is required.
Must have demonstrated proficiency as laboratory generalist including hematology, chemistry, coagulation, and urinalysis. Knowledge of GLPs and experience with laboratory animal research and/or ABSL3 environment is desirable.
A Post-offer physical and background check are required as well as the ability and willingness to obtain required vaccinations and clearances. Ability to gain and maintain access to Kirtland Air Force base (KAFB) is required.
Relocation may be offered for this position.
Supervisory experience is highly desired.