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HealthONE is the largest healthcare system in the Denver metro area, with seven world-class hospitals and more than 30 outpatient centers. We offer the kind of dynamic and progressive career environment that encourages real growth. ONE with tremendous clinical variety, leading-edge resources, and a genuine commitment to your education and advancement. ONE where you can take your career in more directions. ONE where you will work with the best- with people, like you, who are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of our community.Discover the environment that will bring out your personal best. Discover HealthONE.The Section / Shift Coordinator plans, coordinates and directs the daily activities of the personnel who perform technical and sophisticated testing procedures to obtain timely and accurate clinical data. The Section / Shift Coordinator is responsible for monitoring actions, providing quality service, and work of self and all personnel who report to him/her and to ensure compliance with CAP, JCAHO, AABB and CLIA 88 Standards. The Coordinator provides technical assistance and training of Laboratory personnel, assigns duties, schedules work days, reviews and evaluates performance. The Coordinator ensures validity and accuracy of test results by review of result logs, QC, PI, and worksheets where applicable. The Coordinator is familiar with the various services available in the hospital and the interactions with the laboratory. The Coordinator must continually strive to improve supervisory skills, training skills, and technological skills and knowledge through formal and informal education.Position RequirementsA. Licensure / Certification / Registration ASCP, NCA, HEW or other equivalent registryB. EducationA college graduate or equivalent who has passed a certification exam for Medical Technologist by ASCP, NCA, AMT, HEW or other equivalent registry. NCA and ASCP certification requires a BA or BS degree in Medical Technology or related field (Chemistry, Biology, etc.) and a one-year internship or appropriate experience prior to examination. AMT and HEW certification requires a combination of education and experience (military or otherwise) prior to examination.C. Experience Four years minimum experience as a Medical Technologist in assigned area is required.D. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities1. Works as a Medical Technologist by integrating current scientific knowledge with technical competency which relates to the Laboratory Department. a. The Coordinator demonstrates knowledge and responsibility and participates in the implementation of all aspects of the Safety/Chemical Hygiene Plan, Infectious/Exposure Control Plan, Electrical Safety, Disaster Plan, Cor Zero Plan, Fire Plan, Computer Systems, Compliance, Ethics and General Laboratory Policy and Procedures. b. The Coordinator shall be current technically and theoretically knowledgeable of instruments and tests in medical technology for assigned area(s). c. The Coordinator demonstrates knowledge and responsibility for the on-going CQI of the department. d. The Coordinator shall be competent to age-related laboratory values, abuse and communication skills. 2. The Section/Shift Coordinator: a) Prepares a work schedule to provide adequate coverage and effective utilization of personnel. b) Provides technical instruction and training of personnel and/or students in techniques, instrumentation and organization of work. c) May recommend selection, transfer, and organization of work. d) Evaluates the performance of assigned personnel as mandated by Regulatory Agencies and/or policy. e) Ensures that policies and procedures are effectively followed. f) Strictly monitors CQI and quality control procedures within the parameters/goals set by the Medical Director and Laboratory Director and accrediting agencies. g) Ensures that all tests are performed in accordance with the standards established and published in department policy and procedure manuals. h. Establishes, implements and monitors specimen accession, identification, and retention systems, meeting process management and external policies and regulations. i. Evaluates current procedures and maintains a procedure manual in accordance with CAP and other accrediting agency guidelines; reviews and revises as needed - minimum is annual. j. Establishes and maintains a preventive maintenance program for all instruments, and a log system for recording all actions. k. Ensures equipment and instruments are in good operating condition, recognizes malfunction, takes corrective action, and reports to Laboratory Director. l. Maintains appropriate level of supplies and reagents. m. Enforces safety practices and corrects hazards that exist. n. Recommends capital equipment needs and replacements to Laboratory Director. o. Interacts in positive and professional manner with physicians and/or nursing on Laboratory results, timing and availability of test results or procedures. p. Keeps Laboratory and Medical Directors informed of proposed changes in techniques, procedures, protocols and all problems and/or potential problems. q. Participates in continuing education in laboratory medicine, management, and training skills. r. In-services personnel when appropriate or when a recognized need exists. s. May have 24 hour responsibilities. t. Enforces Laboratory and hospital policies. u. May assume administrative duties as assigned. v. Provides general direction and leadership for assigned employees. w. Is responsible for maintaining staffing levels within LUR guidelines and is expected to make necessary adjustments. x. Participates in hospital meetings and committees as requested by management. y. Assists in a variety of job-related duties as assigned.