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Job ID87818

LocationAurora, Colorado

Full/Part TimeFull-Time

Regular/TemporaryRegular

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Here, it's different. Come join us. Children's Hospital Colorado has defined and delivered pediatric healthcare excellence for more than 100 years. Here, the nation's brightest nurses, physicians, scientists, researchers, therapists, and care providers are creating the future of child health. With an optimist's outlook, a trailblazing spirit, and a celebrated history, we're making new strides every day. We've been Magnet-designated four times by the American Nurses Credentialing Center and are consistently recognized among the best of the best pediatric hospitals with #1 rankings in Colorado and the region by U.S. News & World Report. As a national leader in pediatric care, we serve children and families from all over the nation. Our System of Care includes four pediatric hospitals, 11 specialty care centers, 1,300+ outreach clinics and more than 10,000 healthcare professionals representing the full spectrum of pediatric care specialties. Here, we know it takes all of us, every role, to deliver the best possible care to each child and family we treat. That's why we build our teams toward a foundation of equity in access, advancement, and opportunity. We know teams of individuals with different identities and backgrounds can nurture creativity and innovation. We know we can see, treat, and heal children better when our team reflects the diversity of our patient population. We strive to attract and retain diverse talent because we know a truly inclusive and equitable workforce will help us one day realize our most basic calling: to heal every child who comes through o A career at Children's Colorado will challenge you, inspire you, and motivate you to make a difference in the life of a child. Here, it's different.

Job Overview

Performs clerical and/or technical duties of low to moderate complexity, in support of laboratory operations.

Additional Information

Department: Specimen Processing Hours per week: 40, eligible for benefits Shift: Bridge, 1000-1830, Monday-Friday. Rotating weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

EDUCATION - High School Diploma, or equivalent Previous hospital laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

POPULATION SPECIFIC CARE Neonate - 30 days to 1yr Toddlers - >1yr to 3yrs Pre-Schoolers - >3yrs to 5yrs School age - >5yrs to 13yrs Adolescent - >13yrs to 18yrs Adult - > 18yrs ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following essential functions. These examples do not include all of the functions which the employee may be expected to perform. Accurately prepares specimens for distribution and analysis according to laboratory procedures. Ensures patient is correctly identified through the hospital registration system, accounts numbers are current and correct tests are ordered; checks requisitions for data entry errors and resolves questionable orders in a timely manner. May create hospital registration encounters. Responds in a timely manner to patient/customer needs, including prompt attention to pneumatic tubes, courier deliveries, patient wait times and phone calls. Performs laboratory functions according to guidelines established by regulatory agencies, including familiarization with regulations and quality indicators. Performs reagent, inventory and general maintenance, as required. May procure blood from patients by venipuncture, fingerstick or heelstick to obtain blood samples for analysis following age-specific guidelines. May pull or file pathology slides on a weekly basis, perform tissue disposal or assist in post-mortem procedures.

Other Information

SCOPE AND LEVEL Guidelines: Developmental, standard, or intermediate level. Guidelines are generally numerous, well established, and direc ly applicable to the work assignment. Work assignment and desired results are explained by general oral or written instructions.