Medical Technologist
Company: Aspen Valley Hospital
Location: Aspen
Posted on: May 13, 2022
Job Description:
Company Overview:Embrace the adventure of a career at Aspen
Valley Hospital. Aspen Valley Hospital is a twenty-five bed
community hospital that represents the best of two worlds - the
warmth and friendliness of a small town and the technical expertise
of a major medical center. Our Award Winning Hospital, nestled in
the heart of Aspen, CO, includes a team of more than 500 people
dedicated to making a difference for our patients, families, and
community. Nationally we are recognized for providing some of the
most exceptional patient care of any hospital across the
country.AVH supports vaccinations as the evidence-based and most
effective means for our community and country to put COVID-19
behind us and to avoid unnecessary hospitalizations and deaths. In
order to better care for our community, as of 10/31/21, AVH
requires COVID-19 Vaccination for all Staff.This Position
Offers:Generous relocation / sign on bonus, highly competitive pay,
fully furnished temporary housing for up to 90 days to assist with
relocation, excellent benefits package, being part of an amazing
and cohesive Lab team, state-of-the-art laboratory instrumentation
& equipment, four of North America's top ski resorts at your
doorstep, and much more.This Position Requires ALL the
following:
- Someone proficient in Microbiology, specifically reading plates
(minimum 1 year required).
- A minimum of 1 year of professional experience as a Generalist
required.
- Current MT, MLT or MLS Certification (ASCP) or equivalent
registration required.
- Someone with a strong focus on providing exceptional patient
care.Primary Scope of Responsibilities:--- This position is a day
shift and includes both morning and evening shifts.--- This
position has a strong focus in Microbiology but will also serve as
a generalist in all areas of the lab. Performs laboratory
procedures as assigned and is fully competent in role; (Blood Bank,
Microbiology, Chemistry, Special Chemistry, Hematology, Serology,
Coagulation, Urinalysis), for specimen handling and processing,
sending out reference labs and protocols, documented training and
certified in packaging and shipping of infectious material
following state, federal and local regulations, test analysis,
reporting, maintaining records of patients test results, assists in
procedures such as FNA, bone marrow and other biopsies and assists
the pathologist, phlebotomy proficient, prioritize workload.---
Proficiently documents information for quality control and follows
established procedures for "out-of-range control values, labeling
reagents and controls, adding reagents or indicators, or prepares
specimens for introduction into proper instrument, records and
reviews test results for accuracy and prepared reports of same,
documentation of troubleshooting and initiate service calls for lab
instrumentation--- Participates in overall department and facility
quality improvement plan as requested. Quality management of
pre-analytic, analytic, post-analytic processes, and proficiency
testing as assigned. Implements correct charges procedures and
monitors daily for accurate charging in the department.--- Serves
in advocacy role; encouraging active involvement of patient and
family in their care.--- Prioritizes patient's situations and takes
appropriate action in an efficient, effective manner.--- Makes
value-added resource decision for patient care with respect to
supplies, equipment and acuity of care.--- Provides individualized
patient and family education consistent with patient's learning
style, readiness to learn and self-care needs, and keeps patients
informed regarding what to expect pre/during/post procedure, and
evaluates the effectiveness of patient learning--- Acknowledges and
greets customers in a courteous manner, and exhibits the AVH core
values consistently with all interactions.Compensation/Benefits:
Hire-in rates of pay are based upon the relevance of years of
experience, education and certifications. Our recruitment team will
help you understand how your direct experience will be
considered.MLT pay range for new hires: $44.55 - $46.38/hrOur
comprehensive benefits package includes generous Paid Time Off,
Health Insurance within your first 30 days, Retirement, and much
more can be viewed here.
Keywords: Aspen Valley Hospital, Aspen , Medical Technologist, Healthcare , Aspen, Colorado
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