Medical Lab Tech PRN

AdventHealth; Castle Rock (CO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

AdventHealth seeks a Medical Laboratory Technician I to ensure precise testing and reporting in a dynamic laboratory environment. This role involves rigorous adherence to quality control and laboratory protocols, requiring both theoretical and practical knowledge. Join our team to contribute to critical healthcare services while enjoying comprehensive benefits from day one.

Benefits

Benefits from Day One

Paid Days Off from Day One

Student Loan Repayment Program

Career Development

Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Qualifications

• Knowledge of laboratory equipment and procedures required.
• License preferred within specified timeframe after hire.
• 1+ years of related work experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Processing, testing, and reporting results for laboratory specimens.
• Maintaining accurate laboratory records and adhering to quality control practices.
• Performing clinical testing in various laboratory areas following standardized procedures.

Skills

Communication

Critical Thinking

Technical Knowledge

Education

Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Job description

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One
• Paid Days Off from Day One
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding thattogetherwe are even better .

Schedule: PRN

Shift : Day

Location: 2350 MEADOWS BLVD, Castle Rock, 80109

The role you’ll contribute:

The Medical Laboratory Technician I is tasked with the processing, testing, and reporting of results for all laboratory specimens across various clinical laboratory areas. This role demands the exercise of independent judgment under general supervision, involving the analytical testing of blood and/or human biological specimens which necessitates a moderate to high degree of theoretical and practical knowledge in licensed areas. The position includes pre-and post-analytical work processes, maintenance of accurate laboratory records, adherence to laboratory policies and procedures, and upholding quality control practices. State licensure and/or national certification are required within a specified timeframe after hire. The technician actively participates in delivering outstanding customer service and maintains respectful relationships with all stakeholders. Work schedules may include on-call hours, and the role operates under the immediate supervision of a medical technologist, supervisor, or laboratory manager. Responsibilities also encompass performing clinical testing in various laboratory areas such as Blood Bank, Microbiology, Serology, Chemistry, Hematology, and Urinalysis following standardized procedures, understanding method principles, performing quality control, preventive maintenance, and interpreting results accurately. This position requires effective communication, interpersonal skills, critical thinking for ensuring quality of patient test results, and a high level of technical knowledge applicable to department testing and clinical relevance. The technician is expected to organize work to meet established deadlines and maintain job competence, consistently functioning in a self-directed manner and exhibiting complex problem-solving skills. Applicable experience in Medical Laboratory Technology or an equivalent term or post-secondary education with a concentration in the aforementioned subject matters, Chemical Science or Biologic Science or related field preferred.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Performs various support activities to facilitate operation of assigned department or work area, which may include answering the telephone, clerical and/or receptionist duties. Continually maintains workspaces in a neat, organized manner, and is properly supplied; properly stores and safeguards documentation and paperwork.
• Performs assigned pre-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, which may include general and analytical equipment maintenance, function checks and documentation; inventory control and supply stocking; specimen collection; biological specimen processing; cleaning and disinfection of selected or assigned laboratory equipment and spaces; quality control and calibration performance; and other pre-analytical activities.
• Performs all expected tests and analytical procedures for assigned department or work area efficiently and accurately, according to hospital procedures, performance standards, and departmental competency standards. Participates in proficiency testing, consistently adhering to federal and state regulations as well as hospital policies.
• Performs post-analytical activities related to laboratory testing, reporting results (including highly abnormal results) in accordance with hospital procedures. Provides and acts on technical and support information related to the elements of laboratory testing for all age groups, neonatal through geriatric patients.

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:

Required qualifications:

• Associate Required

Preferred qualifications:

• 1+ related work experience Preferred
• Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) - License Preferred