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Technician, Medical Laboratory

Denver Health
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, tuition assistance, tuition reimbursement
United States, Colorado, Denver
4545 Navajo Street (Show on map)
Jul 07, 2026
We are recruiting for a mission-driven Technician, Medical Laboratory to join our team! We're with you for life's journey. At Denver Health, purpose isn't just something we believe in-it's something we live every day, for life's journey. Our Values Respect \| Belonging \| Accountability \| Transparency Department La Casa Laboratory Work for an ASCP-designated Leading Laboratory, recognized for excellence in quality outcomes, professional development, trusted leadership, and laboratory visibility. Job Summary Under minimal supervision, independently performs, authenticates and reports all tests analyses according to laboratory policies and procedures. Performs required Quality Control and maintenance to ensure valid and accurate test results. Records and maintains appropriate documentation to support pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical testing components. Identifies and resolves problems with test analysis and consults with the supervisors, Director of Laboratory Administration, or the Director of Services when appropriate and according to established protocol. Facilitates quality patient care outcomes in a timely manner. Essential Functions: Performs required competencies, proficiency testing, quality control, maintenance, testing, and authenticates all results per departmental procedures and regulatory requirements. (20%) Provides troubleshooting assistance and support to technical staff and with the vendors to ensure uptime and testing turnaround times with equipment and for testing procedures. (20%) Analyzes pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical quality control and specimen requirements to ensure accurate results. (20%) Advises and consults with the appropriate supervisor regarding troubleshooting, investigations, and quality control issues. (10%) Trains for new technology or new testing as new technology or testing is released. (10%) Assist in compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies. (10%) Follows and ensures safety, life safety, and infection control procedures for self, patients, and others. (10%) Education: Associate's Degree in a laboratory science Required and Post Graduate Diploma or Certificate Program successful completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Technician training program Required Work Experience: No previous experience required. Licenses: MLTASCP-Medical Laboratory Technician - ASCP - American Society for Clinical Pathology Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Familiar with regulatory compliance in QC and competency requirements. Good communication and customer relation skills to ensure patient safety and quality processes in the laboratory. Ability to perpetuate teamwork Ability to organize and prioritize work within the department. Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to troubleshoot testing, equipment, and quality issues Shift Work Type Regular Salary $25.91 - $37.57 / hr Benefits At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future - with generous paid time off, fully paid parental leave, exceptional retirement contributions, comprehensive health coverage, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development - while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you're joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you. Here is a small list of our benefit programs: Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5% Generous medical, dental, vision plans in addition to employer paid disability and life insurance. Comprehensive well-being programs including on-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus and nationally recognized RESTORE Center Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation) Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more Tuition reimbursement & assistance Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC) that support internal career growth and advancement pathways Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer+ free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer About Denver Health Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver's 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation. As Colorado's primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year. Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer. Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.