Technologist: Medical Lab Scientist - Weekend Night Shift (Full-time)
Medical Lab Scientist (MLS/MT) – Weekend Nights (Fri-Sun | 36 Hours per Week)
Department: Laboratory
Status: Full-Time | 0.9 FTE (36 hours/week)
Schedule: Friday – Sunday | 6:00 p.m. - 6:00 a.m.
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Reports To: Manager – Laboratory
Location: Pagosa Springs Medical Center – Pagosa Springs, Colorado
🔬 Position Highlight
Work three 12-hour night shifts and enjoy four days off each week—while practicing as a true laboratory generalist in a full-service rural hospital.
Position Summary
Pagosa Springs Medical Center (PSMC) is seeking a skilled and independent Medical Lab Scientist (MLS/MT) to join our Laboratory team on a weekend night shift schedule.
This role performs a wide range of technical and analytical laboratory procedures across multiple disciplines including hematology, chemistry, microbiology, blood bank, serology, urinalysis, coagulation, and phlebotomy. Responsibilities include performing routine and specialized testing, maintaining instrumentation, ensuring quality control, and delivering accurate and timely results to support patient care.
This position is ideal for experienced lab professionals who thrive in an autonomous environment and enjoy working as a generalist across multiple lab disciplines.
Schedule Highlights
- Full-time equivalent (36 hours/week)
- Weekend night shift: Friday – Sunday, 6:00 p.m. – 6:00 a.m.
- 4 days off each week
- Consistent, predictable schedule
Key Responsibilities
Laboratory Testing & Analysis
- Perform routine and specialized laboratory testing across multiple disciplines
- Analyze, evaluate, and verify test results for accuracy and reliability
- Identify abnormal and critical values and follow proper reporting protocols
Phlebotomy & Specimen Handling
- Perform phlebotomy and specimen collection as needed
- Ensure proper specimen labeling, handling, and transport
- Evaluate specimen integrity and follow rejection protocols
Quality Control & Compliance
- Perform and document quality control procedures
- Participate in proficiency testing and quality improvement activities
- Maintain compliance with laboratory policies and regulatory standards
Instrumentation & Troubleshooting
- Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment
- Identify and resolve equipment or testing issues
- Maintain operational readiness of laboratory systems
Documentation & LIS
- Accurately document results in the Laboratory Information System (LIS)
- Enter, verify, and correct test results as needed
- Maintain complete and accurate records
Team Collaboration
- Communicate effectively with providers and clinical staff
- Assist with training and support of laboratory personnel
- Support overall laboratory workflow and operations