Position Highlights: Position: MLT/MLS Location: Community Hospital
Perform all designated procedures competently, including Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Coagulation, Specimen Processing, Blood Bank, and Microbiology when designated. Set up and perform a variety of technical and complex tests following established procedures. Pulls various reports throughout the day to ensure complete, thorough and timely reporting of laboratory test results.
Advises following shift about the status of any pending work. Interpret, correlate and report test results. Verify computer-generated reports.
Investigate and address erroneous test values, irregularities, errors or instrument failures. Recognize and solve problems or determine alternative solutions for analysis if needed. Document all deviations from established procedures for review by Manager.
Document all quality control failures and corrective action taken. Maintain accurate logs, records, files and all other required documentation.
MLT I Associate’s Degree, required. One (1) year of experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience Complete MLS program and receive ASCP MLS certification (ASCP) within 6 months of hire. Strong working knowledge of laboratory workflows as they relate to orders, requisitions, instrumentation, quality control, troubleshooting and CAP regulations or equivalent combination of education and experience MLT II Associate’s Degree, required.
MLT certification (ASCP) with 10 years of Clinical Laboratory experience Strong working knowledge of laboratory workflows as they relate to orders, requisitions, instrumentation, quality control, troubleshooting and CAP regulations or equivalent combination of education and experience MLS Bachelor’s Degree, required. One (1) year of experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience Complete MLS program and receive ASCP MLS certification (ASCP) within 6 months of hire.
Strong working knowledge of laboratory workflows as they relate to orders, requisitions, instrumentation, quality control, troubleshooting and CAP regulations or equivalent combination of education and experience
The anticipated compensation range for the MLT I is $23.00–$36.45 per hour, commensurate with qualifications, education, experience, and other applicable factors. This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The anticipated compensation range for the MLT II is $26.00–$29.90 per hour, commensurate with qualifications, education, experience, and other applicable factors.
This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The anticipated compensation range for the MLS is $33.00–$37.95 per hour, commensurate with qualifications, education, experience, and other applicable factors. This position is exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Additional compensation may be available in the form of discretionary incentive or other compensation programs. Any such additional compensation is not guaranteed and is determined at the sole discretion of the organization based on applicable program terms, individual and/or organizational performance, and other eligibility requirements.
Medical, dental, vision insurance Life Insurance Free Parking Paid time off Education assistance 403(b) with employer matching Wellness Program Additional benefits based on employment status Additional Information: Relocation: Must relocate to Grand Junction, CO 81505 before starting work. Work Location: In-person/onsite Application Deadline Applications will be accepted through October 12, 2026. The anticipated application deadline is October 12, 2026, based on the Community’s good-faith expectation of the anticipated recruitment timeline.
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Community Hospital does not discriminate against any “qualified applicant with a disability” as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act and will make reasonable accommodations, when they do not impose an undue hardship on the organization. Education Associates (required)