Coordinator Laboratory Technician CHEMISTRY

HCA HealthONE; Englewood (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) match

Tuition assistance

Life insurance

Job summary

HCA HealthONE Swedish is seeking a Histology Coordinator Laboratory Technician to oversee the Path Anatomical Department operations under the Laboratory Manager. The role ensures regulatory compliance, quality control, and efficient workflow while supporting staff development and budget management.

The successful candidate will hold ASCP certification (or be eligible) and have 2–4 years of related experience, with strong communication skills and the ability to supervise diverse teams in a

Qualifications

• Licensure/Certification: ASCP certification; eligible for registry; continued employment based on licensure.
• Education: AS or BS degree in related sciences preferred.
• Experience: Two to four years of related field experience.
• Skills: Histology theory, automated equipment, strong communication, multitasking.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Path Anatomical Department operation and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Review quality control and implement procedural changes as needed.
• Assist in budget development, monitoring, and staff orientation.
• Directly supervise diverse staff and communicate with Lab Manager and Pathologists.

Skills

ASCP certification

Effective communication

Manual dexterity and color

Education

AS or BS degree in related sciences

Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate: $33.44 - $51.26 / hour

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The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a Coordinator Laboratory Technician with HCA HealthONE Swedish you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

Job Summary And Qualifications

Position Summary: Under the direct supervision of the Laboratory Manager, coordinates the Path Anatomical Department operation. Histology Coordinator assures that the department meets technical requirements for all regulatory agencies. Evaluates and establishes new procedures and reviews existing policies and procedures, and implement changes where needed. Reviews all quality control in the department and resolves any associated problems. He/she will help develop, implement, and monitor the department budget. The Coordinator will help with new staff orientation and ongoing competencies for all staff in the department. Maintains excellent communication with Laboratory Manager, Laboratory Director and Pathologists. Performs all responsibilities of a bench technologist in Histology. Must be technically proficient and detail-oriented and capable of performing several diverse tasks at the same time. Other related duties as required or assigned by the Laboratory Manager. The Coordinator communicates with other allied health care professionals according to job requirements. He/she maintains current procedural protocols, computer files, equipment maintenance program, and quality control data. Directs the quality improvement program of the Histology department.

Position Requirements

Licensure/Certification/Registration: ASCP certification. Eligible for registry; continued employment will be based on licensure.

Education: AS or BS degree in related sciences preferred.

Experience: Two to four years of recent experience in related field.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Must have a working knowledge of the theories and applications of Histology using extensive automated equipment. Must be able to make independent decisions and demonstrate effective oral and written communication. Must have the ability to work with departmental instrumentation and systems. Must demonstrate above average manual dexterity and visual acuity and possess good color discrimination skills. Must be able to work under pressure and demonstrate ability to coordinate multiple procedures, handle frequent interruptions, and supervise diverse personalities and skill levels. Must demonstrate good fiscal management skills.

No Travel Required

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

HCA HealthONE, one of the largest and most comprehensive healthcare systems in the Rocky Mountain region, offers more than 170 care sites in the Denver metro area. Offering services across the continuum of care to meet patients’ total healthcare needs, HCA HealthONE includes seven acute care hospitals, a dedicated flagship pediatric hospital, a rehabilitation hospital, CareNow® urgent care clinics, mental health campuses, imaging and surgery centers, physician practices, home and hospice care, and AirLife Denver, which provides regional critical care air and ground transportation. Among HCA HealthONE’s acute care hospitals is Swedish, a proud member of the community for more than 115 years. An acute care hospital with 408 licensed beds, HCA HealthONE Swedish is a national leader in neurosciences and serves as the region’s preeminent referral center for the most advanced stroke treatment and was the state’s first Joint Commission-certified Comprehensive Stroke Center. HCA HealthONE Swedish is also home to a robust robotics program, a certified burn and reconstructive center, and a wide-ranging oncology center. Consistently among the Denver Business Journals’ list of top corporate philanthropists in the Denver-metro area, HCA HealthONE was named as one of the most community-minded organizations by The Civic 50 and contributed more than $1 million through cash and in-kind donations last year alone, along with more than $400M in federal, state and local taxes.

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