Job ID84080
LocationAurora, Colorado
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
Why Work at Children's....
Here, it's different. Come join us.Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcareexcellence for more than 100 years.Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists,researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future ofchild health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and acelebrated history, we're making new strides every day.We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses CredentialingCenter and are consistently recognized among the nation's top 10 pediatrichospitals by U.S. News & World Report.As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families fromall over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals,11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatriccare specialties.Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the bestpossible care to each child and family we treat.That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access,advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with differentidentities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know wecan see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects thediversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diversetalent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help usone day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comesthrough oA career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, andmotivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it'sdifferent.
Job Overview
Responsible for performing laboratory testing and procedures in any/allareas of the laboratory and reporting timely accurate test results.Our laboratory testing plays a key role in the detection, diagnosis andtreatment of pediatric, adult and prenatal conditions. With state-of-the-artlaboratory services, facilities and technologies, we support and guidequality patient care across the pediatric spectrum. Our labs offer a widerange of high-quality lab screenings and diagnostic tests with rapidturnaround times, as well as an unmatched scope and capabilities,including diagnostic tests that aren't available anywhere else in thecountry. Our extraordinary team at Children's Hospital Colorado is creatingthe future of child health, and we need top talent to do it. Join us!
Additional Information
Department: MicrobiologyHours per week: 40, eligible for benefitsShift: Evening (1430-2300) with rotating weekends and holidays.Hourly wage: $30.49 - $42.07 *Based on hours worked and years of experience.Eligible Incentives: Relocation incentive for qualified external applicants.
Qualifications
EDUCATION - Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological, orclinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accreditedinstitutioEQUIVALENCY - Meeting one of the other requirements set by the ASCP Board ofCertification may be accepted in lieu of degree.CERTIFICATION(S) -Medical Technologist/Scientist Certification ASCP orequivalent or; certification required within 6 months of eligibility.
Responsibilities
POPULATION SPECIFIC CARENeonate - 30 days to 1yrToddlers - >1yr to 3yrsPre-Schoolers - >3yrs to 5yrsSchool age - >5yrs to 13yrsAdolescent - >13yrs to 18yrsAdults > 18yrsESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSAn employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of thefollowing essential functions. These examples do not include all of thefunctions which the employee may be expected to perform.Responsible for reporting accurate results, evaluating results for clinicalsignificance and validity, and for recognition of atypical/abno malresults requiring additional follow up.Ensures quality control is acceptable and instrumentation is functioning andmaintained within defined tolerance limits and documentation is completed.Consciously works to minimize errors and takes responsibility for correctingand documenting errors in a timely manner.Performs all laboratory functions according to standard operating proceduresand guidelines established by regulatory agencies, including participationin proficiency testing and familiarization with regulations and qualityindicators.Troubleshoots equipment and assay performance when results are questionable.May teach, train and/or mentor new employees, students and otherhealthcare professionals according to standard operating procedures, whenreque