A Day in the Life of a Medical Lab Scientist:

Performs laboratory testing, including waived, moderate and high complexity, complying with applicable regulations of organizations governing laboratories and according to established procedures to aid the physician in the diagnosis and monitoring of patients. Utilizes professional judgment and critical thinking skills to develop new procedures or methods, educate others and improve systems. Collaborates with all members of the health care team to provide quality patient care and exceptional customer service. This position specifically would work at our Cancer Center location, working closely with physicians and patients.

Why Work at Cheyenne Regional?

ANCC Magnet Hospital
403(b) with 4% employer match
21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure)
Education Assistance ProgramEmployer
Sponsored Wellness Program
Employee Assistance program

What You Will Be doing:

Organizes and performs laboratory testing in lab areas that are assigned and in which employee is determined competent. Ensures that testing is in compliance with applicable laboratory governing bodies.
Uses critical thinking skills and professional judgment to evaluate test results, troubleshoot complex lab problems and provide clinical interpretations and expertise to other healthcare staff.
Assures quality results through the use and evaluation of control materials, proper instrument maintenance, proper daily documentation and collection and analysis of appropriate samples.
Performs routine function checks and maintenance on laboratory analyzers, troubleshoots and repairs instrumentation.
Assists in the training of personnel in clinical procedures, the use and operation of instrumentation, quality control procedures, record keeping, troubleshooting of instrumentation, and communication of normal and abnormal patient data in timely manner.
Utilizes Laboratory Information System (LIS) and network appropriately and efficiently.
Completes a minimum of ten continuing education contact hours per year or 20 contact hours per two years.

Desired Skills:

Maintains knowledge and skills applicable to the job through continuing education to comply with current state regulations.
Is personable and customer service oriented.
Demonstrates ability to positively interact with persons of different ethnic, spiritual, moral and cultural beliefs.
Demonstrates excellent verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.
Demonstrates an independent work initiative, sound judgment and attention to detail.
Shows willingness to read, understand, and follow all policies and procedures, as defined for the organization and department.
Demonstrates ability to multi-task and work well under pressure
Phlebotomy

What You Will Need:

Bachelor's in Medical Technology or relevant experience/education requirements determined by the ASCP or AMT.
MT or MLS certification through ASCP or AMT
- OR, new graduate of an MLS program (6 months or less prior to hire), must be board eligible and obtain MLS certification through ASCP or AMT within 6 months of start date

Nice to Have:

Prior clinical laboratory experience

About CRMC:

Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000+ patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Respect, Service, Teamwork and Excellence to I.N.S.P.I.R.E. great health.

Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E.(ing) approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today!

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