Medical Lab Scientist -(Nights)

Purpose

We are mission-driven, with a focus on supporting life’s journey. Join us at Denver Health, where we strive to provide excellence in quality outcomes, professional development, and trusted leadership.

Department

Department: Laboratory Services

Career Ladder

• MLS I: Level I is intended for candidates with less than 1 year of healthcare experience. Essential functions include performing routine laboratory testing, assisting with quality control, maintaining documentation, recognizing and communicating issues, and contributing to quality patient care outcomes.
• MLS II: Level II is intended for candidates with 1-3 years of MLS experience. Essential functions include those of Level I, plus serving as a resource to less experienced staff, assisting with new hire training, and completing projects.
• MLS III: Level III is intended for candidates with 4-6 years of MLS II experience. Essential functions include those of Levels I and II, plus assisting with SOP creation and process improvement activities.

Job Summary

Under minimal supervision, perform routine laboratory testing, report results according to established policies, assist with quality control and equipment maintenance, maintain documentation, recognize and communicate issues, and contribute to quality patient care outcomes.

Essential Functions

• Perform required competencies, proficiency testing, quality control, maintenance, and authenticate results.
• Train for new technology or testing as needed.
• Provide troubleshooting assistance and support to technical staff and vendors.
• Analyze pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical quality control and specimen requirements.
• Advise and consult with appropriate leadership or supervisors on troubleshooting, investigations, and quality control issues.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree Required
• Less than 1 year of healthcare setting experience preferred for MLS I
• At least 1-3 years of MLS experience for MLS II
• 4-6 years of MLS II experience or higher for MLS III

Licenses and Certifications

• MLSASCP-Medical Laboratory Scientist or equivalent - ASCP - American Society for Clinical Pathology

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Familiarity with regulatory compliance in QC and competency requirements
• Good communication and customer relations skills
• Teamwork and organizational skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Ability to troubleshoot testing, equipment, and quality issues

Shift Work Type

Regular

Salary

$29.28 - $42.45 / hr

Benefits

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 holidays
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision plans
• Nationally recognized well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center and RESTORE Center
• Tuition reimbursement and assistance
• Professional clinical advancement program and shared governance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system that includes a Level I Trauma Center, 555-bed acute care medical center, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan, and Denver Health Foundation. As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health provides millions in uncompensated care annually. Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health offers access to cultural and recreational activities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We value diversity and inclusion, and are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels respected and valued. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made.