Medical Laboratory Assistant

Company: Centura Health
Location: Canon City
Posted on: April 9, 2021

Job Description:

Minimum Pay USD $14.47/Hr.Hiring Maximum Pay USD $20.56/Hr.Welcome to Centura HealthWelcome to the largest health ecosystem in Colorado and western Kansas. Welcome to living your mission among thousands of people on fire to live theirs too. Welcome to options, possibilities and values that guide exceptional care. Welcome to extremely important industry challenges and opportunities to solve complex problems. Welcome to highly intelligent teams, overflowing community and the wholeness of mind, body and spirit that is Centura Health.Flourishing Begins HereYou have a purpose, unique talents and NOW is the time to embrace it, live it and put it to work. At Centura Health, we value incredible people with incredible skills - but your commitment to a greater cause is something we value even more.A laboratory position responsible for performing waived- to moderate-complexity testing as defined by CLIA regulations andlaboratory policy in an accurate and timely manner. Works under the direct supervision of a Medical Laboratory Scientist,Medical Laboratory Technician, or Laboratory Leadership. May perform phlebotomy and clinical and/or pathologyspecimen management duties as required.What You Bring/Job RequirementsIn addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following:

• Previous clinical laboratory experience preferred
• High School Diploma or GED required
• Associates or Bachelors Degree preferred
• MLA (ASCP) or Phlebotomy certification, such as PBT(ASCP) or equivalent certification preferredLight work - (Exert up to 20lbs force occasionally, and/or up to10lbs frequently)Your Connected CommunityWhen people and places align, incredible things happen. Just like the 21,000+ amazing associates who work here, every community within Centura Health's connected ecosystem has its own unique history, story and personality.St. Thomas More Hospital, a 25-bed acute care facility, is the cornerstone of health care services for Fremont County and surrounding southern Colorado communities. St. Thomas More offers 24-hour emergency and trauma services including inpatient acute care, intensive care unit, The Birth Center, diagnostic imaging, surgical services, rehabilitation services, sleep disorder center and a community blood bank. We're proud to have a 5-star rating for joint replacement and be ranked among the top 15% in the nation for total joint replacement by Healthgrades (2008 to 2016). Our board-certified physicians specialize in emergency medicine, internal medicine, obstetrics/gynecology services, general surgery, orthopedic surgery and osteopathic treatment. Associates of St. Thomas More enjoy the camaraderie of a close-knit community hospital, the relaxed feel of small town life and an affordable cost of living in a town rich in culture and historic architecture. Located about 50 miles from Colorado Springs at the foothills of the Rocky Mountains and the mouth of the Royal Gorge, locals and visitors alike enjoy this area for some of the state's best hiking, wildlife and river sports like rafting and fishing.Caring for Your Whole Well BeingWe provide whole person care and understand that a comprehensive benefits package will enrich the lives of our associates at work and at home. At Centura Health we offer exceptional benefits to eligible associates. Our total rewards are designed with your well-being in mind and may include: - 401K, which includes matching when eligible - Three Health Insurance Plan Options including covering eligible dependents - Two Dental Insurance Plan Options including covering eligible dependents - Vision Insurance including covering eligible dependents - Daycare & Medical Flexible Spending Account Options - Leaves of Absence - Short Term Disability - Long Term Disability - Life Insurance - Voluntary Benefits including Hospital Indemnity Coverage, Critical Illness, Accident, Permanent Life insurance, and Norton LifeLock - Paid Time Off - Spouse & Child/Dependent Life Insurance Coverage Options - Shift Differentials - Employee Wellness Resources - Employee Assistance Programs - Tuition Reimbursement - Shift differentials - Relocation assistance based on location - Associate Discounts for phone, cell phone plans, Auto Insurance, Home Insurance, Auto Buying, Pet Insurance, and much more... The pay rate for this position is listed above and varies based on experience, skills, and comparison to others who are already in this role. If you do not see the pay for this position listed above or you see an estimate, it is because you are on a second party job board. Please visit www.centura.org/careers to apply and see the pay range for this role. All of our pay ranges are posted clearly on the Centura Health Careers site.Everyone Thrives HereYoure different, and we love it. Your perspectives, your ways, what you are on a mission to go and do were all different at Centura Health, but were also all equally connected and supported. We are here to cultivate YOU in an environment which not only lifts you up, but propels you forward.Centura Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including Veteran and Disability. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen, health screen and background check.

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