Medical Technologist(CLS, MLS)/Medical Laboratory Technician-CO Mental Health Hospital in Fort LoganPrint (https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado/jobs/newprint/4652724) ApplyMedical Technologist(CLS, MLS)/Medical Laboratory Technician-CO Mental Health Hospital in Fort LoganSalary $52,212.00 - $62,652.00 AnnuallyLocation Denver County, COJob TypeFull TimeJob NumberIIC 05898 09/10/24DepartmentColorado Department of Human ServicesDivisionOBH - CMHIFLOpening Date09/10/2024Closing Date9/19/2024 12:00 AM MountainFLSADetermined by PositionType of AnnouncementThis position is open only to Colorado state residents.Primary Physical Work Address3525 W. Oxford Ave. Denver COFLSA StatusNon-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.Department Contact Informationjazzma.gamboa@state.co.usHow To ApplyPlease submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
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Department InformationThis position is open to current Colorado residents only. Please note: This recruitment may be used to fill multiple vacancies. Most State of Colorado employees are eligible for a great benefit package! Please see the Supplemental Information section below for details! (https://dhr.colorado.gov/state-employees/state-of-colorado-employee-benefits) About Fort Logan:Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Fort Logan (CMHHFL) is one of two state hospitals serving our community. The vision of CMHHFL is to provide the highest quality mental health services to persons with complex, serious, and persistent mental health illnesses within the resources available. Our mission is to support those individuals in achieving their recovery goals and reaching their full potential. CMHHFL provides inpatient treatment to adult patients, generally between the ages of 18- 59. The hospital has 138 adult inpatient beds, and six treatment units, four of which are civil and two are forensic. The two forensic units are dedicated to providing psychiatric stabilization and restoration treatment to individuals who are opined incompetent to proceed as a result of their mental illness. Medical services, o ccupational therapy, neuropsychological-rehabilitation services, and trauma-informed care services are available for all patients throughout the hospital. Through our core values, CMHHFL staff is committed to:
Individual dignity and respect
Person-centered, evidence-based care
Trauma-informed recovery
Multidisciplinary collaboration
Diversity and inclusion
Strong family and community partnerships
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Description of JobThis position will typically work early morning shifts, Monday - Friday.Please note: These working arrangements are subject to change. This position exists to provide professional laboratory services in Diagnostic Laboratory Medicine. The position is responsible for the pre-analytical and analytical waived testing phases of the laboratory and the future expansion of waived testing activities. The work supports laboratory initiatives by providing professional-level knowledge, skill, and testing services. In addition, the position is responsible for ensuring compliance with all accreditation standards; collection of blood and other specimens; analysis of specimen quality; clinical accession; specimen processing; education of clinical staff; record-keeping through manual and electronic methods; maintenance of internal quality control mechanisms, procurement of good and services; ordering of reagents and supplies; maintenance of equipment; and competency assessment of technical staff.Primary Job Duties:Clinical Laboratory Duties:
Analyze patient and quality control specimens by manual and automated methods of CLIA-waived testing.
Respond to physician inquiries and clarify doctor's orders
Determine sample or specimen acceptability based on criteria published in various policies, procedures, and reference materials
Assist the laboratory manager with clinical laboratory operations, including clinical supervision and guidance of subordinate laboratory staff.
Interpret the clinical significance and accuracy of various laboratory results and inform medical/nursing personnel.
In conjunction with the laboratory manager, serves as a laboratory subject matter expert, advocating and representing Fort Logan's interest and, when necessary, challenging external agency protocols when clinically/scientifically indicated.
Assist with management of the hospital's glucometer (blood glucose monitoring device) program, including equipment procurement, troubleshooting, completing calibrations including linearity testing, data management, training, and competency assessment for authorized users.
Provide clinical interpretation and guidance about test selection, specimen processing methods, troubleshooting, and quality control activities.
Interpret and comply with regulatory standards (Joint Commission, CLIA, Department of Health, etc.) and offer guidance and recommendations to departmental leadership for meeting and maintaining compliance.
Provide education and training to non-laboratory personnel (e.g., Nursing, Medical Staff) about laboratory test-related matters, clinical interpretation, test selection, etc.
Identify operational efficiencies and reduce the frequency of repeated unnecessary venipunctures to the hospital's patients, making recommendations to the laboratory manager.
Receive, address, and direct inquiries from physicians, nursing staff, administrative staff, and external stakeholders.
Evaluate, investigate, and resolve issues or escalate to the laboratory manager or leadership for further evaluation.
Operate and maintain laboratory equipment to ensure peak performance
Establishes clinical workflows.
Implement and monitor procedures related to TJC National Patient Safety Goals to ensure accurate patient identification, proper labeling of specimens, timely processing of routine laboratory test requests, and prompt response to emergency (STAT) specimen collection needs.
Provide clinical guidance and consultation to lower-level staff.
Quality Management and Laboratory Administrative Function:
Assists in developing, implementing, and maintaining the laboratory Quality Control and Quality Assurance Program.
Review and interpret test results and quality control data to determine the accuracy, precision, and reliability of patient data. Resolves QC/QA problems to ensure the highest quality of care is provided to patients. Analyzes and interprets quality control data daily for trends, shifts, or other necessary troubleshooting.
Interpret and follow Guidelines established by CLIA-88 and proficiency guidelines set by the College of American Pathologists (CAP). Assists laboratory manager in updating policies and procedures and offers guidance and feedback to hospital leadership to meet and maintain compliance.
Must meet all regulatory agency requirements mandated by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), The Joint Commission (TJC), the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) and Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act of 1988 (CLIA –88).
Review critical laboratory results, complete all necessary notifications, and update logs accordingly (e.g., Quality Management Director, patient unit, etc.)
Exercise a high level of sophistication with electronic systems such as the Laboratory Information System (LIS, electronic health record, referral laboratory systems, and device software). Completes LIS updates and test reconciliation.
Evaluate, recommend, and implement the use of new laboratory methods and equipment. Apply complex chemical and analytical theories when evaluating procedures. Perform comparative studies and analyze subsequent data to ensure the reliability of newly employed methods/equipment.
Maintain meticulously organized records (laboratory requisitions, reports, invoices, temperature logs, etc.).
Ensure the uninterrupted availability of laboratory supplies by tracking quantities and out-dates and replenishing inventory.
Clinical supervision of subordinate staff and phlebotomy duties:
Clinically supervise, evaluate, and guide subordinate laboratory employees (e.g., phlebotomists, medical assistants, etc.) on laboratory matters to ensure high-quality laboratory results during shifts. Provides oversight and direction to ensure accurate data entry, efficient and accurate document retrieval, and high-quality pre-analytical processes. Serves as a ready resource to address questions related to basic laboratory procedures, specimen collection requirements, supplies and materials, etc.
Collect quality blood specimens by venipuncture.
Evaluate workflow and workload; make changes based on clinical priorities.
Prepare specimens for the referral laboratory. Ensures appropriate processing (centrifugation; separation of serum/plasma; generating packing slips from the EHR; collating, wrapping and appropriately storing specimens; meeting carrier pickup times and arranging for special transport methods).
Exercise clinical judgment in determining proper specimen processing techniques.
Educate and direct subordinates in proper methods and techniques.
Assesses the competency of subordinates from a clinical perspective.
Communicates information to keep subordinates apprised of pertinent issues, activities, events, etc. (e.g., challenging patients, issues with tests, coordinating complicated draws, etc.).
Other Duties as AssignedMinimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal RightsSpecial QualificationsCertification as either MT/CLS/MLS or MLT (ASCP or AMT)Minimum Qualifications:Experience Only:Five (5) years of relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this positionOREducation and Experience:A combination of related education and/or relevant experience in an occupation related to the work assigned to this position equal to five (5) yearsPreferred Qualifications:
Two years recent (within the past five years) working in a professional clinical laboratory as a Medical Technologist with experience in specimen processing and CLIA waived testing
Exceptional phlebotomy skills including experience with a “difficult stick” patient population
Demonstrated commitment to laboratory, phlebotomy, safety, and infection control practices
Supervisory experience
Experience working with psychiatric/behavioral health population
Solution-focused and collaborative spirit
Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills
Superior organizational skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Advanced computer skills
Critical thinking and decisive judgment
Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology
College graduate or equivalent who has passed a certification examination for Medical Technologist by ASCP, HEW, or AMT or successful completion of an accredited MLT program with ASCP Board Certification is also accepted.
Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology
Conditions of Employment:
The successful candidate in this position must be willing and available to submit to the following conditions:
Full background check.
The classification is shift differential eligible and this position must be able to work early morning shifts.
This classification is on-call eligible, though, this position is not on-call required.
This position may be required to use, handle or be exposed to hazardous materials, such as chemical reagents.
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.
Appeal Rights:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpastate.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the department’s action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
Supplemental InformationHow to Apply (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#how-to-apply) The Assessment Process For additional recruiting questions, please contactjazzma.gamboa@state.co.us About Us: If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (https://www.colorado.gov/cdhs) (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high-quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan www.copera.org plus 401(k) and 457 plans
Medical and dental health plans
Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
BenefitHub state employee discount program
Employee Wellness program MotivateMe
Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions
Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more
information, go to https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs .
Our Values:
We believe in a people-first approach: To serve the people of Colorado, we develop a culture and work environment that creates an energized, inspired, and healthy team capable of giving their best to Coloradans .
Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
ADAA Accommodations: CDHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAA Coordinator, Nancy Schmelzer, at cdhsada@state.co.us or call 1-800-929-0791.
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The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits Please note that each agency's contact information is different; therefore, we encourage all applicants to view the full, official job announcement which includes contact information and class title. Select the job you wish to view, then click on the "Print" icon.01 This position requires certification as a MT/CLS/MLS or MLT (ASCP or AMT). Please list your certification number below and/or attach your certification to your application. 02 Describe your professional laboratory experience to include the roles you served, the number of years working in a laboratory, and the types of settings/environments (acute care facility, research facility, etc). Please also assure that this experience is listed in the work experience section of your application. 03 Describe your experience working with electronic health record and laboratory information systems including the number of years, the name of the systems used, and your level of comfort in mastering a new system. 04 Briefly describe your experience with CLIA waived testing to include the type of testing and number of years experience. 05 The position will require performing venipuncture on mentally ill patients who can be challenging from both a physical standpoint (i.e., scarring, dehydration, etc.) and a social standpoint (i.e., cooperation and comprehension). Describe your experience in obtaining a blood draw from both a difficult (physical) stick patient and an uncooperative patient; include the techniques you used to obtain the specimens. 06 CMHHIFL is a locked and secured facility, and this position works with psychiatric/behavioral health/forensics patients. Do you have experience working with psychiatric/behavioral health/forensics patients? If yes, please describe employment experience. 07 Are you willing and able to do all of the following: 1) Report to work during inclement weather? 2) Work with staff and clients of all social, economic, ethnic, and religious backgrounds? 3) Follow prescribed procedures and policies even if they conflict with your personal preference? 4) Work with potentially dangerous clients in a locked setting?
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