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Hospital Technical Specialist - Hematology/Microbiology - Denver, CO - Monday - Friday 8:00AM-5:00PM

*Proof of COVID-19 vaccination will be required - exemptions from vaccination requirement for medical and religious reasons will be considered if a conditional offer of employment is extended.

Pay Range: $97,570 - $175,230 / year

Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.

Benefits Information: We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects - physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include: * Day 1 Medical/Dental/Vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours * 15 PTO days first year * Paid Holidays * Annual Bonus Opportunity * 401(k) with matching contributions * Variable compensation plan (AIP) bonus * Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) * Employee Assistance Program (EAP) * Blueprint for Wellness * Tuition Reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate programs for FT employees who work 30+ hours * Opportunities for career advancement * Training provided!

In a Hospital System spanning several locations, the Microbiology/Hematology Technical Specialist is responsible for maintaining system performance and coordinating with each hospital location to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements for Hematology and Microbiology testing. The Microbiology/Hematology Technical Specialist requires experience in both disciplines including interfaces, and testing methodologies in order to serve as a resource for the Hospital Laboratory Directors; be able to work with Microbiology and Hematology vendors; and collaborate with system medical leadership and the Microbiology Center of Excel

Responsibility Areas Drive standardization and excellence across the hospital network of 7 hospitals in Hematology and Microbiology disciplines. Establishes and Facilitates both the Hematology and Microbiology Best Practice Teams (BPTs) to coordinate enterprise-wide activities and drive standardization. This includes instrumentation choices and quality practices for both areas , and working with hospital and division pharmacy staff for Microbiology antibiotic stewardship. Supports and coordinates with local laboratory supervisors to address issues, problems, concerns and standardization efforts. Creates and executes standard Tools and SOPs. Ability to develop and maintain rapport with others. Ability to create and maintain an environment that results in above average satisfaction ratings from employees, patients and physicians. Ability to negotiate priorities, contribute to organizational strategy, and support national strategic initiatives from HCA domain in collaboration with hospital laboratory leadership. Ability to analyze and interpret numerical/statistical information to draw conclusions. Must be able to demonstrate strong Excel skills. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of test methodologies and quality control. Consistent knowledge of Hematology and Microbiology testing, procedures, instruments, connectivity / interfaces, specimen requirements, critical values and appropriateness of results. Ensure compliance with all Laboratory and Facilities Regulatory agencies (CAP, State, TJC). Develops and maintains appropriate performance metrics, and drives improvements in performance. Will manage projects related to improvements identified including on-boarding equipment and technology, implementation of improvement and standardization in these disciplines. Support ew technologies that may be implemented or are available to address improved laboratory effectiveness and efficiencies. Demonstrates strong communication skills. Collaborate with other Technical Specialists to drive overall quality and performance improvement projects. Serves on system or hospital committees as requested. Supports other disciplines as needed - may be assigned other areas based on need of the enterprise.

Physical Demands: Physical activities include frequent walking, sitting, bending, lifting, stooping, kneeling, reaching, twisting, and squatting. The ability to lift up to 30 lbs. in weight to a height of 5 feet and carrying moderately light loads for a distance of 50 feet. Color vision is required for accuracy in work. Atmosphere and environment associated with a clinical laboratory setting - toxic and/or hazardous chemicals/specimens with unpleasant Ability to flex and work on projects/train on all shifts. Meet hospital credentialling requirements including hospital required vaccinations (Hepatitis B, Flu A/B, COVID, etc.) Willing and able to travel to all the hospitals and FSED locations in the Denver market as needed to support Point of Care needs.

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