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National Jewish Health · 10 hours ago

Senior Laboratory Scientist

Denver, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$27/hr - $32/hr

3+ years exp

National Jewish Health is a healthcare organization that is seeking a Senior Laboratory Scientist to perform specific analysis and assays of specimens in the clinical laboratory. The role involves quality control testing, troubleshooting equipment problems, and ensuring accurate test results for all patients.

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Responsibilities

Performs high complexity tests that are authorized by the laboratory leadership. Adheres to the laboratory’s quality control policies, documenting all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed

Follows set guidelines to troubleshoot/correct assay problems or instrument malfunctions. Performs maintenance and works with supervisor/manager in troubleshooting QC or instrument problems. Identifies and assists in troubleshooting with peers

Follows the laboratory’s and NJH established policies and procedure manuals. Reviews and signs laboratory and personnel SOP on an annual basis. Is responsible for completing NetLearning in a timely manner. Follows specific biosafety standards for the laboratory and protocols for handling potentially infectious material

Performs error correction, data entry, and compilation of data packets as required. Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications

Participates and maintains records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens

Adheres to the laboratory’s quality control policies, documenting all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed. May performs QC review as necessary

Follows GxP (e.g., GLP, GCLP, GCP, etc.) standards as defined by different national and international organizations (e.g., ISO, FDA, OECD, etc.) when appropriate

Performs, observes, and reviews competencies (including age-specific competencies and/or non-human species) as identified through the departmental competency program

Appropriately uses the computer systems in the department, including proper use of order/reports/charging, and maximizes personal proficiency. Responds appropriately to email and other forms of communication in a timely manner

Makes recommendations to improve laboratory operations and performs extra projects of increasing complexity and skill and completes projects as directed and approved by the supervisor

Is responsible for maintaining and ordering appropriate levels of reagents and consumables in the laboratory at all times

Assists, in partnership with supervisor, in preparation for inspections where required

Functions as technical supervisor or general supervisor (per CLIA and CAP) as applicable. Provides direction and guidance in testing operations as directed by supervisor

Writes and reviews procedure manuals and documents

Attends continuing education programs sponsored by National Jewish, manufacturer in-services and/or professional society programs. Obtains at least 12 approved CEU credits per year including but not limited to the following: webinars, lunch and learn seminars, seminars, etc

Performs as a back-up to staff absences and vacancies, as necessary

Performs all other duties as assigned

Qualification

Laboratory testingQuality controlInstrument maintenanceBiosafety standardsGxP standardsCommunicationProblem solvingTeam collaborationAdaptability

Required

Bachelors of Science degree in biology, chemistry or a related scientific field required

3 years of CAP/CLIA laboratory work experience required

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Coverage: Multiple Cigna health plans for Colorado, regional office and remote employees. Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) available to pair with some plans.

Paid Time Off: Generous PTO accruals to use for vacation and sick days, and six paid holidays, all compliant with Colorado state sick leave regulations.

Dental & Vision Plans: Coverage effective the first of the month after hire.

Retirement Savings: 403(b) plan with employer contributions after two years.

Wellness Incentives: Earn up to $200 annually for preventive health activities.

Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually for full-time and other employees.

Child Care Assistance: Childcare Flex Spending Account (FSA) with annual employer contribution.

Loan Forgiveness: Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer.

Disability & Life Insurance: Employer-paid plans and optional buy-up choices.

Voluntary Benefits: Full suite of coverage options such as Accident, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Plan

Exclusive Discounts: Savings on local services, insurance, and RTD bus passes.

Company

National Jewish Health

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National Jewish Health engages in medical research and treatment of patients.

Founded in 1899

Denver, Colorado, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://www.nationaljewish.org/

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