Laboratory Assistant Senior - Foothills
Boulder Community Health, Boulder, CO 80303

$19.29 - $28.24 an hour - Half-Time Days, 20 hours per week
+$2.50/hr for weekend shifts.

Boulder Community Health is seeking a Laboratory Assistant Senior who is responsible for performing moderately complex testing as needed, under the supervision of a Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT). The position may require rotation through the specimen processing area. The Senior Laboratory Assistant will maintain records in accordance with the laboratory's policies and procedures, ensuring adherence to quality standards. This role is integral to supporting the quality assurance program for the assigned area and will assist in maintaining departmental workflow, turn-around time, and compliance. Assignments and duties will be at the discretion of the Laboratory Manager or Director.

Benefits:
•Health insurance, including a FREE employee-only option
•Dental and Vision insurance
•BCH paid Life Insurance; Spouse and Dependent Life Insurance plans
•Short-term and Long-term disability coverage
•Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
•Retirement plan with BCH matching contributions, and discretionary lump sum contribution
•Paid Time Off
•Education assistance program
•Voluntary Wellness programs, to include biometrics, wellness team challenges, and much more
•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
•High school diploma or higher education diploma required
•Six years clinical laboratory experience in general processing, in-patient phlebotomy or out-patient phlebotomy or
•Three years clinical laboratory experience and two years experience in the medical field such as: MA, EMT/Medic, OR/ER technician, nursing (CNA, LPN, RN) or
•Military laboratory training program and two years clinical laboratory experience or
•Completion of a certified phlebotomy course and two years clinical laboratory experience or
•Any combination of two listed below:
a. Completion of a competency checklist in the “Send Out” area and six months' experience rotating through “Send Out” area
b. Completion of a competency checklist for performing waived or moderately complex testing and six months' experience performing waived or moderately complex testing
c. Completion of a competency checklist for performing Micro Aide processes and six months' experience performing Micro Aide processes.
d. Completion of a competency checklist for inpatient phlebotomy and six months' experience performing inpatient phlebotomy.
e. Completion of a competency checklist for performing Breath Alcohol/Urine Drug screen collections and six months experience collecting Breath Alcohol/Urine Drug screen collections.
f. Completion of a competency checklist for the Laboratory Customer Service Center and six months experience rotating through the Laboratory Customer Service Center.
•Consistent rotations through “Send Out” bench, Micro Aide duties, Waived/Moderately complex testing work areas, Inpatient phlebotomy, BAT/UDS collections or Customer Service Center are required in order to maintain LAIII job status.

Responsibilities
•Performs clerical duties.
•Maintains laboratory equipment in optimal operating condition.
•Responsible for accurate patient registration and specimen accessioning.
•Maintains clean and orderly work area.
•Observes safety regulations and other related hospital policies.
•Maintains professional image and behavior resulting in cooperative courteous relationships with co-workers, hospital staff, patients, and visitors.
•Helps maintain satisfactory inventory of supplies required for testing and processing of specimens.
•Responsible for distribution of supplies to clients.
•Contributes to the improvement of departmental processes and procedures
•Perform specimen collection and processing.

About Boulder Community Health and Boulder, Colorado
Boulder Community Health (BCH) is a not-for-profit healthcare organization based in Boulder, Colorado. It provides comprehensive medical services to the Boulder County community, including acute care, emergency services, and outpatient care. BCH operates several facilities, including the flagship Boulder Community Hospital, and offers a wide range of specialties such as cardiology, oncology, orthopedics, and maternity care. The organization is known for its commitment to high-quality care, patient-centered services, and a focus on wellness and prevention.
Boulder Community Health is dedicated to improving the health of the local community by integrating advanced medical technology, evidence-based practices, and personalized care. The healthcare system also emphasizes collaboration with local physicians, wellness programs, and community outreach initiatives. BCH is recognized for its strong ties to the local population and its role in supporting public health initiatives, promoting healthy lifestyles, and addressing health disparities.
Boulder Community Health is a Certified Level II Trauma Center and has received incredible accolades for the wonderful care that we provide including: Newsweek- “America’s Best-in-State Hospital 2025”; U.S. News and World Report- “Best Hospitals for Maternity Care 2025”; 5280 Magazine-“21 BCH physicians among 2024 list of the region’s best doctors”; Daily Camera People’s Choice Awards 2024- Honorable mention, Best Physical Therapy Center; and American Heart Association- Quality Stroke Care 2024.
As an employee at Boulder Community Health, you will enjoy working in state-of-the-art facilities with competitive compensation and benefits, including health/dental/life, tuition reimbursement and an on-site fitness center. You also have access to an incredible Employee Wellness and Support program, employee activities, discounts and more!

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.