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Medical Laboratory Technologist

Job Description - Medical Laboratory Technologist

You belong here! At Family Health West, you’re more than an employee, you’re family. 


When you enter our facility, you know it’s Family Health West because, well, the color speaks for itself. You’ll be part of a team that strives to bring color to care in a vibrant environment by creating fun, effective treatment programs helping to empower and inspire our patients while providing the tools and care they need to achieve their wellness goals. 


When we say you’ll do what you love, we mean it! Welcomed by open arms and warm smiles, you’ll join a team that encourages professional growth. We are sure to put on our listening ears when you share new ideas and approaches to care because that’s what got us to the top! You’ll wear your badge proudly, knowing that you contribute each day, to providing care that is unmatched, in western Colorado.


So, what are you waiting for?! Fill out the application now, and when you hit send do a little happy dance knowing that you just made our day. If it still sounds too good to be true, come see for yourself. Call us to schedule a tour and meet your new best friends!


About Family Health West


Our roots go deep -- founded by the community in 1946, it’s no wonder our hospital feels like coming home. We were built from the ground up with the hands of our own community, a labor of dedication and hope by our people, for our people, for the future. 


At Family Health West we go beyond what corporate hospitals deliver, we’ve created a culture of prosperity where warmth, passion, and care flourishes. As we focus on continually improving outcomes for patients, our network of healthcare providers includes a 25-bed critical access hospital, one of the largest rehab providers in western Colorado, outpatient surgical services, specialty clinics, emergency services, skilled nursing, and assisted living facilities.


Nestled at the base of the Colorado National Monument, Family Health West has an outdoor paradise at your back door. The community culture is fitting for outdoor lovers, bikers, hikers, or those just simply soaking in the panoramic views.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:


















































1.



Perform a variety of determinations on different bodily fluids such as pregnancy test, urinalysis and complete blood counts; confirm and verify test results and report findings.



2.



Reliable and punctual attendance is essential; expected to be at job as scheduled each scheduled day.



3.



Communicate necessary information to others as appropriate.



4.



Collect body fluids and materials such as urine, blood and throat cultures.



5.



Perform and review quality control in testing; decide if results are within acceptable ranges, research problems and correct.



6.



Perform instrument maintenance.



7.



Responsible for inventory control.



8.



Perform any Calibration or QC as needed.



9.



Work effectively with others in the implementation of patient care activities.



10.



Requires ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.



11.



Requires ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, verbal, diagram or schedule form.



EDUCATION:


























1.



Education



Bachelor’s degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory science or chemical, physical or biological science preferred.



2.



Licenses



No Professional License required.



3.



Certifications



Current ASCP certified as a Medical Technician or equivalent in good standing; may be a recent graduate from an accredited program with licensure required within 6 months of hire.



4.



Experience



A minimum of three years clinical background in the discipline of laboratory department in a hospital preferred. Must have knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, equipment and techniques of medical technology. 



Full time 40 hours per week/Evenings & Nights (4 or 5 days a week; 8 or 10 hours/day)
Rotating Shifts as needed
Call Required as needed (Sun.-Sat.)
Holidays and Weekends required (every 4-5 weekend Saturday & Sunday)


Immunizations required for employment


FHW offers a full benefits package including:


FOR ALL EMPLOYEES:


Employee Assistance Program


403 (B) with 4% match from FHW and zero day vesting schedule


FOR FULL TIME EMPLOYEES WORKING AT LEAST 30 HOURS A WEEK


Medical Plan Options:



  1. PPO plan with copay/coinsurance and lower deductible

  2. High Deductible Health Plan with the option for a Health Savings Account.


- Telemedicine includes in both plan options.


Dental


Vision


Life Insurance/ Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance


Disability Insurance with a Short and Long Term Option.


Critical Illness and Accident Plans


Cafeteria Options: Health Reimbursement/ Flex Savings 


A host of other options to include: Pet Insurance, Identity Protection, Travel protection,

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