Medical Lab Scientists and Technicians
Company: Sonora Quest Laboratories
Location: Loveland
Posted on: April 18, 2025
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Job Description:
Primary City/State:
Loveland, Colorado
Department Name:
Microbiology-McKee
Work Shift:
Job Category:
Lab
Primary Location Salary Range:
$24.83 - $37.25 / hour, based on education & experience
In accordance with State Pay Transparency Rules.
Seeking Clinical/Medical Lab Scientists and Medical Lab Technicians
for our Loveland, CO location at Banner McKee Medical Center for
per diem positions. Must have hands on experience working in a
clinical laboratory setting for these positions. We have Medical
Lab Technician (MLT) and Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) roles
available in Loveland, CO. MLT positions range from $24.83 to
$33.87 and MLS is $28.88 to $43.32/hour depending on
experience.
POSITION SUMMARY - MEDICAL LAB TECHNICIAN (MLT)
This position performs waived and non-waived tests as defined by
CLIA '88 in an accurate and timely manner with supervision. Assists
with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory
accrediting agencies and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA '88,
JCAHO, CAP, OSHA). Personnel report to department supervisor. May
be responsible for the collection, receipt, and processing of
biological specimens into the laboratory.
Performs all functions according to established policies,
procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as
applicable professional standards.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Performs testing in an accurate and timely manner according to
established policies and performance standards with a knowledge
level determined for that testing. Responsible for startup,
calibration and accuracy of procedures and instrumentation.
Exercises independent judgment and can identify appropriate
resources in performance of assigned duties utilizing knowledge and
skills. Demonstrates comprehension of theory and clinical relevance
of testing. Demonstrates problem resolution and decision-making
skills for routine operational and technical problems. Demonstrates
knowledge of computer systems used in the department and can
perform basic troubleshooting of computer problems. Demonstrates
awareness and complies with accrediting agency and regulatory
requirements related to area of responsibility.
2. Recognizes and ensures validity of abnormal patient and/or QC
results for testing. Ensures accuracy of test results. Participates
in detecting and documenting occurrences that deviate from defined
procedures. Demonstrates appropriate resolution and follow through
for problem solving identified during testing. Promotes and
consistently meets department standards for productivity and
quality
3. Ensures the appropriate use of supplies and materials and
assists with inventory management. Ensures efficient utilization of
reagents and supplies. Recognizes and provides input towards
opportunities for improvements in financial performance to decrease
costs, improve productivity, and improve service.
4. Self-directed and motivated to contribute to projects identified
by the supervisor. Seeks out opportunities to identify projects
relating to department needs. Active in training of laboratory
personnel. Performs well in supervisor's absence and provides
guidance on issues relating to pre-analytical, waived and
non-waived testing. Completes all required training modules.
5. Communicates courteously, professionally, effectively and
accurately with internal and external customers. Participates in
the resolution of communication issues. Knows and utilizes
appropriate resources for increased levels of problem solving.
Demonstrates good verbal and written communication skills. Promotes
positive communications that enhances teamwork. Attendance and
participation at staff meetings.
6. May process and prepare patient samples as required which can
include the following: 1) specimen collection 2) general laboratory
specimen processing and 3) referral laboratory processing. In doing
so, ensuring correct patient and specimen identification and
specimen integrity.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - MLT
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (MLT)
POSITION SUMMARY - Medical Lab Scientist (MLS)
This position is responsible for a high level of technical
knowledge and application of that knowledge to department testing,
clinical relevance, and complex problem-solving skills. This
position serves as a department resource and is responsible for
assisting with department compliance with all pertinent laboratory
accrediting agency and regulatory requirements (e.g., CLIA '88,
JCAHO, CAP, OSHA). May be responsible for the collection, receipt,
and processing of biological specimens into the laboratory.
Performs all functions according to established policies,
procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as
applicable professional standards.
CORE FUNCTIONS
1. Performs testing in an accurate and timely manner according to
established policies and performance standards with a knowledge
level determined for that testing. Responsible for startup,
calibration and accuracy of procedures and instrumentation.
Actively participates in problem solving activities within the
department, using advanced level of decision-making skills.
Demonstrates advanced knowledge and application of all computer
systems used in the department. Demonstrates advanced knowledge and
application of theory and clinical relevance testing. Assists in
ensuring compliance with accrediting agencies and regulatory
requirements. Demonstrates ability to assume lead responsibility in
absence of on-site departmental leadership personnel.
2. Recognizes, ensures validity, and assists in monitoring abnormal
patient and/or QC results of testing. Ensures accuracy of test
results. Participates in detecting and documenting occurrences that
deviate from defined procedures. Recognizes need and participates
in department and LSA/SQL System process improvement and quality
assurance activities, including assisting with monitoring of
department indicators of productivity and quality.
3. Monitors and controls inventory and assists in providing
financial data for the department. Active participation on process
improvements in financial performance to decrease costs, improve
productivity and improve service.
4. Participates in contributions to additional department/System
projects. Active in training of department employees. Actively
participates on at least one committee or team or is involved in at
least one special project identified with department management.
Exhibits awareness of medical/legal consequences of professional
actions. May assist in new employee orientation, training and
competency. Provides input for competency and annual assessments
for employees in appropriate time frames. Completes training module
for newly hired/transferred personnel. Note: Unless the employee
meets the minimum qualifications defined by CAP for a technical
consultant, the employee may not oversee competency assessment.
5. Acts as a department resource by participating in providing
educational information to internal and external customers.
Demonstrated advanced level of effective verbal and written
communication skills. Attendance and participation at staff
meetings. Demonstrates preceptor and coaching skills and promotes a
constructive environment that encourages learning and
development.
6. May process and/or prepare patient samples as required to
include the following: 1) specimen collection 2) general laboratory
specimen processing and 3) referral laboratory processing. In doing
so, ensuring correct patient and specimen identification and
specimen integrity.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS - MLS
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS - MLS
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