Laboratory Scientist - Microbiology

We are recruiting for a motivated Laboratory Scientist - Microbiology 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%)

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Shift

Work Type

PRN / Intermittent

Salary

$25.00 - $37.50 / hr

Benefits

Social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3%

On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes

Community resource navigation support

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

Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

Our Values

Respect

Belonging

Accountability

Transparency

All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic health care system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, a Public Health Institute, an HMO and The Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net institution, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided billions in uncompensated care for the uninsured. Denver Health is viewed as an Anchor Institution for the community, focusing on hiring and purchasing locally as applicable, serving as a pillar for community needs, and caring for more than 185,000 individuals and 67,000 children a year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community.

Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.