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Children's Hospital Colorado Lead Medical Technologist IHP in Aurora, Colorado
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Job ID87865
LocationAurora, Colorado
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
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Why Work at Children's....
Here, it's different. Come join us. Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcare excellence for more than 100 years. Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists, researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future of child health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and a celebrated history, we're making new strides every day. We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and are consistently recognized among the best of the best pediatric hospitals with #1 rankings in Colorado and the region by U.S. News & World Report. As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families from all over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals, 11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than 10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatric care specialties. Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the best possible care to each child and family we treat. That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access, advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with different identities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know we can see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects the diversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diverse talent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help us one day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comes through o A career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, and motivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it's different.
Job Overview
The Lead Medical Technologist IHP directs day-to-day activities within the laboratory section and serves as a primary resource for technical and clinical expertise in the lab section. Oversight of and responsible for performing laboratory testing and procedures in any/all areas of the laboratory and reporting timely accurate test results; participates in laboratory quality assurance activities with advanced knowledge of regulatory requirements. Our laboratory testing plays a key role in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of pediatric, adult and prenatal conditions. With state-of-the-art laboratory services, facilities and technologies, we support and guide quality patient care across the pediatric spectrum. Our labs offer a wide range of high-quality lab screenings and diagnostic tests with rapid turnaround times, as well as an unmatched scope and capabilities, including diagnostic tests that aren't available anywhere else in the country. The laboratory technologists at each Children's Hospital Colorado lab are specially trained on the intricacies of pediatric laboratory testing, so they can provide the extra level of expertise necessary to help diagnose and treat pediatric illnesses. The Immunopathology & Hematopathology Laboratory analyzes blood, tissue, and bone marrow samples using flow cytometry for cellular immunophenotyping and function to support the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders as well as the Clinical Allergy and Immunology Center. Additionally, the laboratory employs immunoassays, such as ELISAs and IFAs, to help diagnose autoimmune and other dysregulations of the Our extraordinary team at Children's Hospital Colorado is creating the future of child health, and we need top talent to do it. Join us!
Additional Information
Department: Immunopathology & Hematopathology Lab (IHP) Hours per week: 40, eligible for benefits Shift: Day, 8am-5pm. Rotating Saturday and holiday coverage. Upon successful completion of training team members do have the ability to lex their hours/schedule.
Qualifications
EDUCATION - Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institutio EXPERIENCE - Four years clinical laboratory experience required. Previous Immunology or Flow Cytometry laboratory experience preferred. Experience with laboratory regulatory compliance such as proficiency testing, CAP regulations, and quality assurance is preferred. A strong candidate will have a proven record of organizational, troubleshooting and leadership skills. EQUIVALENCY - Meeting one of the other requirements set by the ASCP Board of Certification may be accepted in lieu of degree. CERTIFICATION(S) - Medical Technologist/Scientist Certification ASCP or equivalent
Responsibilities
POPULATION SPECIFIC CARE Neonate - <30 days