Medical Technologist I Microbiology

Responsible for performing laboratory testing and procedures in any/all areas of the laboratory and reporting timely accurate test results.

Our laboratory testing plays a key role in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of pediatric, adult and prenatal conditions. With state-of-the-art laboratory services, facilities and technologies, we support and guide quality patient care across the pediatric spectrum. Our labs offer a wide range of high-quality lab screenings and diagnostic tests with rapid turnaround times, as well as an unmatched scope and capabilities, including diagnostic tests that aren't available anywhere else in the country.

The specialists in our Microbiology Lab serve as vital consultants to our physicians, helping to determine what medications will cure an infection. Working closely with other teams throughout the hospital and the clinical laboratory - like the Infectious Disease, Antimicrobial Stewardship and Pharmacy teams - this lab aids in the diagnosis of many diseases, including those caused by bacteria, fungi, parasites and other microorganisms.

Our extraordinary team at Children's Hospital Colorado is creating the future of child health, and we need top talent to do it. Join us!

Additional Information

Department: Microbiology (Molecular Microbiology and Serology)
Hours per week: 40, eligible for benefits
Shift: Days (0700-1530), with rotating weekends and holidays

Duties & Responsibilities

• Responsible for reporting accurate results, evaluating results for clinical significance and validity, and for recognition of atypical/abnormal results requiring additional follow up.
• Ensures quality control is acceptable and instrumentation is functioning and maintained within defined tolerance limits and documentation is completed.
• Consciously works to minimize errors and takes responsibility for correcting and documenting errors in a timely manner.
• Performs all laboratory functions according to standard operating procedures and guidelines established by regulatory agencies, including participation in proficiency testing and familiarization with regulations and quality indicators.
• Troubleshoots equipment and assay performance when results are questionable.
• May teach, train and/or mentor new employees, students and other healthcare professionals according to standard operating procedures, when requested.
• May procure blood from patients by venipuncture, fingerstick or heelstick to obtain blood samples for analysis following age-specific guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications

• EDUCATION - Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution.
• EQUIVALENCY - Meeting one of the other requirements set by the ASCP Board of Certification may be accepted in lieu of degree.
• CERTIFICATION(S) -Medical Technologist/Scientist Certification ASCP or equivalent or; certification required within 6 months of eligibility
• Previous molecular microbiology and serology experience preferred but not required.

Salary Information
Pay is dependent on applicant's relevant experience.

Hourly Range: $31.00 to $42.92

Benefits Information
Here, you matter. As a Children's Hospital Colorado team member, you will receive a competitive pay and benefits package designed to take care of your needs that includes base pay, incentives, paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, company provided life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, 403b employer match (retirement savings), a robust wellness program, and access to professional development tools, including an education benefit to help you advance your career.

As part of our Total Rewards package, Children's Colorado offers an annual employee bonus program that rewards eligible team members based on organizational performance. If organizational goals are met for the year, the bonus is paid out the following April.

Children's Colorado delivers annual base pay increases to eligible team members based on their performance over the previous year.

EEO Statement
It is our intention that all qualified applicants be given equal opportunity and that selection decisions be based on job-related factors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, or any other status protected by law or regulation. Be aware that none of the questions are intended to imply illegal preferences or discrimination based on non-job-related information. The position is expected to stay open until the posted close date. Please submit your application as soon as possible as the posting is subject to close at any time once a sufficient pool of qualified applicants is obtained.

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