Medical Lab Scientist

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Sign on Bonus Eligible
• Benefits from Day One
• Paid Days Off from Day One
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Joining Advent Health is about being part of something bigger. Its about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind, and spirit. Advent Health is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team.

All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Days

Location: 2525 S DOWNING ST, Denver, 80210

The Medical Laboratory Scientist I, conducts a variety of laboratory procedures in designated areas as licensed or certified. This role entails the analytical testing of blood and/or human biological specimens, requiring a moderate to high degree of both theoretical and practical knowledge and expertise in the certified area(s). Laboratory testing encompasses complex diagnostic and analytic assessments of specimens, including interpreting data with precision and accuracy according to established policies and procedures.

Duties customarily involve a range of pre‑ and post‑analytical work processes depending on the campus and department and may also require participation in on‑call rotations. Professionals in this position are responsible for adhering to laboratory policies and procedures while maintaining quality control practices. This role may also involve managing selected aspects of laboratory processes or shifts, which could include workflow management, quality control processes, performance improvement activities, training of new employees, advanced problem‑solving for customers and coworkers, and maintenance and upgrades of department equipment or computer systems.

Additionally, writing or reviewing procedures and assisting lab leadership in meeting goals across various areas such as Team, Service, Clinical, Market, and Finance may be required. A strong commitment to outstanding customer service is essential, with an emphasis on maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all. The role may also involve the development and implementation of policies and procedures for new equipment and/or assays, including the development of quality control procedures that outline acceptable guidelines and monitoring.

The Medical Laboratory Scientist I must perform, evaluate, and accurately record quality control testing on all reportable assays and ensure routine and unscheduled maintenance is performed timely to assure proper operation of medical laboratory equipment. Applicable experience in medical technology, clinical laboratory, chemical, physical or biological science, or related field required.

• Performs assigned pre‑analytical activities related to laboratory testing, which may include general and analytical equipment maintenance, function checks and documentation; inventory control and supply stocking, specimen collection as needed; biological specimen processing; cleaning and disinfection of selected or assigned laboratory equipment and spaces; quality control and calibration performance; and other pre‑analytical activities.
• Performs all expected tests and analytical procedures for assigned department or work area efficiently and accurately, according to established procedures, performance standards, and departmental competency standards. Participates in proficiency testing, consistently adhering to federal and state regulations as well as Institutional policies.
• Performs post‑analytical activities related to laboratory testing, reporting results (including highly abnormal results) in accordance with established procedures. Provides and acts on technical and support information related to the elements of laboratory testing for all age groups, neonatal through geriatric patients.
• Provides orientation and training to new employees and medical…