Microbiology Med Tech - MLT - MT or MLS at Boulder Community Health – Boulder, Colorado

Microbiology Med Tech - MLT - MT or MLS
Boulder Community Health, Boulder, CO 80303

$35.43 - $53.15 an hour - Per Diem, Various shifts and hours per week
*Range includes per diem differential.+$8.00/hr for night shifts. +$2.50/hr for evening and weekend shifts

Boulder Community Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician for microbiology who will be able to perform routine and special diagnostic procedures. The level of analysis performed may range from point of care testing to complex testing, involving all major areas of the clinical laboratory.

Benefits:
•403(b)Retirement plan
•Education assistance program
•Staff Support Initiatives such as Sound Baths, Meditation, Massages, and Reiki
•Free one-on-one retirement planning sessions
•Employee Assistance Program offering 8 free, confidential counseling sessions for you and your family

Qualifications:

Education or Formal Training (must meet one of the following):
•Associates degree or higher in chemical, physical, biological, clinical laboratory science, or medical technology; or
•Associates degree or higher, including 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) of biological science (with one semester in microbiology) and 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) of chemistry (with one semester in organic or biochemistry); or
•Education equivalent to at least 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours), including 24 semester hours (36 quarter hours) of medical laboratory technology courses; or
•Education equivalent to at least 60 semester hours (90 quarter hours), including 24 semester hours (36 quarter hours) of science courses that include 6 semester hours (9 quarter hours) of chemistry, 6 semester hours (9 quarter hours) of biology, and 12 semester hours (18 quarter hours) of chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology in any combination; or
•Completion of a clinical laboratory training program.

Copy of diploma, certificate, or academic transcript is required.

Certification Requirement (must meet one of the following):
•MT/MLS/MLT certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT); or
•Sectional certification depending on lab section (e.g., M(ASCP) for Microbiology, H(ASCP) for Hematology, etc.); or
•Specialty certification depending on lab section (e.g., SC(ASCP) for Specialist in Chemistry, SBB(ASCP) for Specialist in Blood Bank, etc.); or
•Certification registry eligible and certified within one year of becoming eligible (must present confirmation page of scheduled test date at time of hire).

Key Note: Candidates must satisfy both an education option and a certification option to meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

Responsibilities:
•Run appropriate laboratory technical equipment.
•Use laboratory information systems.
•Instruct new employees and orient them through the department in which they are working.
•Use the hospital information system.
•Wash glassware.
•May be designated lab supervisor on weekends or holidays.
•Accurately changes lab procedures.

About Boulder Community Health
Boulder Community Health (BCH) is a not-for-profit healthcare organization based in Boulder, Colorado, serving the Boulder County community. Our flagship facility, Boulder Community Hospital, along with several other locations, provides comprehensive care, including acute care, emergency services, psychiatric care, and outpatient services. BCH offers a wide range of specialties, including cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, maternity, and mental health care, with a strong emphasis on patient-centered, high-quality care.We are dedicated to improving community health through advanced medical technology, evidence-based practices, wellness programs, and community outreach initiatives. BCH maintains strong partnerships with local physicians and supports public health efforts to promote healthy lifestyles and address health disparities.As a Certified Level II Trauma Center, Boulder Community Hospital provides expert emergency care for serious and complex injuries while delivering comprehensive services across the full continuum of care.

EOE/Affirmative Action/Drug-free workplace.
BCH will never conduct interviews or ask for employment documents via text.
This position has no close date. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.