Laboratory Scientist - Infectious Disease (Nights)

We are recruiting for a motivated Laboratory Scientist - Infectious Disease (Nights) to join our team!

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Department

Laboratory Services

Job Summary

Under general direction, responsible for independently accessioning, processing, performing and reporting tests analyses according to physician orders and in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures, FDA, TJC CLIA, OSHA regulations to facilitate optimum quality patient care. The employee determines that test results meet requirements of the quality control program and if not met, repeats test and ensures results are accurate before reporting. Employee reports test results following department policy, maintaining all necessary documentation and records.

Essential Functions :

• Performs maintenance and testing in an independent manner under supervision of an MLS/Medical Technologist or (15%)
• Supervisor by utilizing procedure manuals, operator manuals, instrument hotlines, etc. to problem solve. (15%)
• Analyzes pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical quality control and specimen requirements to ensure quality and accurate results. (10%)
• Documents and resolves all quality issues to ensure accurate patient test resulting. (10%)
• Analyzes problems or instrument malfunctions prior to release of patient results in a thorough, effective and timely manner. (10%)
• Follows safety, life safety, and infection control procedures for self, patients, and others at all times. (10%)
• Follows safe chemical, BBP, hand hygiene, and work practices to ensure Environment of Care (EOC) is maintained. (10%)
• Participates in required competency, continuing education, and proficiency testing meeting timeline requirements for all departments worked. (10%)
• Participates in mentoring, training, and teaching new staff, students, and residents in the laboratory, to educate the next generation of healthcare professionals. (10%)

Education :

• Bachelor's Degree chemistry, biology, biochemistry, microbiology, molecular or other laboratory science related area. Required

Work Experience :

• 1 year experience in a medical laboratory preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

• Knowledge of quality control requirements to ensure pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical quality results.
• Skilled in analyzing specimens utilizing instrument platforms, testing kits, and manual procedures according to department policy.
• Ability to log and perform all required maintenance and trouble-shoot equipment and problems to completion and consult with a supervisor when required.
• Ability to meet turn-around times to ensure timely patient testing.
• Ability to troubleshoot testing and quality issues with technology.

Shift

Nights (United States of America)

Work Type

Regular

Salary

$ - $ / hr

Benefits

• Outstanding benefits including up to 27 paid days off per year, immediate retirement plan employer contribution up to , and generous medical plans

• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)

• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more

• Tuition reimbursement & assistance

• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

• Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF programÂ

• National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer

Our Values

• Respect

• Belonging

• Accountability

• Transparency

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Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.