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State of Colorado CDHS - LABORATORY SUPPORT III in Pueblo, Colorado
CDHS - LABORATORY SUPPORT III
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CDHS - LABORATORY SUPPORT III
Salary
$1,651.85 - $2,313.23 Biweekly
Location
Pueblo, CO
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
IIB 03368 09/09/2024
Department
Colorado Department of Human Services
Opening Date
09/09/2024
Closing Date
9/16/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA
Determined by Position
Type of Announcement
This position is open only to Colorado state residents.
Primary Physical Work Address
1600 West 24th Street Pueblo Co 81003
FLSA Status
Non-Exempt; position is eligible for overtime compensation.
Department Contact Information
justin.icenhower@state.co.us
How To Apply
Please submit an online application for this position at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/colorado. Reach out to the Department Contact to apply using a paper application, including any supplemental questions. Failure to submit a complete and timely application may result in the rejection of your application. Applicants are responsible for ensuring that application materials are received by the appropriate Human Resources office before the closing date and time listed.
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About Medical Services- Pathology (Laboratory)
This work unit exists to maintain essential laboratory services that are available 24/7 to meet customer needs and aid in the diagnosis and continuous treatment of patients at the Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo (CMHHIP). This includes on-site comprehensive laboratory diagnostic testing in the following specialty areas: Bacteriology, Mycology, Parasitology, Virology, Syphilis Serology, General Immunology, Routine Chemistry, Urinalysis, Endocrinology, Toxicology and Hematology. This work unit provides a wide range of laboratory procedures including but not limited to: routine monitoring, medication levels, compliance testing, and STAT services. CMHHIP Laboratory is nationally accredited by The Joint Commission and maintains a Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) Certificate of Accreditation (COA). The Laboratory concentrates on operational systems critical to the safety and quality of patient care through the accuracy of test results that ensure accurate patient diagnosis. Laboratory Services are provided to the Office of Civil and Forensic Mental Health (OCFMH) and Forensic Community-Based Services (FCBS).Description of Job
About the Position:
This position serves as an individual contributor and is key to proper procurement of specimen collection as a phlebotomist. The decisions regularly made are at the operational level, ensuring the integrity of the specimen is maintained throughout the collection process while utilizing universal precautions. . This position has to schedule and evaluate incoming orders from various providers and determine when to reschedule, prioritize, or follow up on orders based on the laboratory Blood Draw Schedules. This position requires a working knowledge and proficiency in the Laboratory Information System (LIS) and requires knowledge in medical/laboratory terminology. This position exhibits professional and technical knowledge and skills in Administrative duties. Completes required documentation for PMPI and workload activities. Conveys a positive and professional image of the Laboratory to others. Answers telephone and/or in-person requests for information promptly and courteously.This position is many times the front line of communication for the laboratory. Interpersonal skills, integrity and etiquette are essential to the position.
This position will perform waived testing. Knowledge and skill of Laboratory tests,principles, and theory are required. This position also exists to provide administrative assistance to Laboratory Technologists by ensuring response to calls and questions, as well as, other administrative duties.
Clinical Activities:
This position is responsible for various specimen collections on patients and staff. These include, but not limited to (venipunctures, urine specimens collections, and Chain of Custody hair collections). Ensures identifying the best method for retrieving blood samples and other specimens, preparing specimens for laboratory testing, and performing screening procedures.Verifies patient identification and explains sampling procedures to patients, as well as, labels all specimens properly. Tracks collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collections performed. Responds to emergency (STAT) specimen procurement requests as well as any in or outpatient routine request for laboratory testing. Follows and adheres to all procedures and processes for proper laboratory specimen collection.
This position performs reference testing, sending specimens to outsourced locations for processing and testing. This position verifies specimen integrity and requirements prior to dispatch, prepares specimens for reference laboratory dispatch and testing and packages and stores specimens according to specimen requirements.
Personnel required to perform waived testing in regards to the following tests, but not limited to: Rapid Streptococcus (Group A), Occult Blood, Whole Blood Rapid HIV, Urine Pregnancy, and POCT Glucometer Testing. Personnel will participate in assigned Competency Assessments to maintain competency and meet regulatory requirements.
Aids laboratory staff in culture set up within the Microbiology Department.
Information Management:
This position is required to utilize computer-based programs to monitor, schedule, and collect laboratory orders. These systems include, but are not limited to: Behavioral Health Record (BEHR), compliance monitoring sites, glucometer licensing systems, and reference laboratory testing LIS Systems.
This position uses the BEHR system to review laboratory test orders and schedules to determine appropriate scheduling that aligns with the unit specific draw days, schedule and access specimens. Data entry for specimen collection and specimen location tracking. Resolves unusual test orders by contacting the provider, referring unresolved orders back to the originator for further clarification, and notifying supervisor of unresolved orders.Troubleshoots computer and system problems and ensures that workspace is clean and neat.
Monitor Sentry System for upcoming compliance and oversee the urine drug screen collection process in the front of the laboratory. Coordinate with patients on dates and times to collect specimens. Monitors glucometer licensing system for connectivity and acceptability. Utilizes reference testing LIS system to monitor, track, and dispatch specimens for testing at outside locations.
Customer Service, Inventory, and Safety
Position performs various administrative assistant duties for the Department of Pathology. This position will answer multiple phone lines, route calls to appropriate areas, check for department specific mail, and greet customers/clients; acknowledge the reason they are present in the department.
Monitor and maintain supply inventory in the drawing area, stock rooms, and reference testing supplies. Stock all supplies for daily draws within the laboratory and specimens sent out for reference testing. Inform supervisor of needed and outdated supplies in a timely manner to avoid a shortage crisis.
Clean and maintain laboratory glassware and pipets. Monitor glassware inventory. Operate and maintain a water purification system. Discards all obsolete or broken glassware. Check and document on eyewash stations in the laboratory to ensure working properly. Operate and maintain a water purification system. Discards all obsolete or broken glassware. Monitor and change sharps containers when full in accordance with safety and infection control precautions. Monitor and transport HIPAA container(s) to the designated area for disposal according to Hospital Policy.
Minimum Qualifications, Substitutions, Conditions of Employment & Appeal Rights
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience Only:
Three (3) years of relevant experience in phlebotomy.
Preferred Qualifications
Two years recent (within the past five years) working in a professional clinical laboratory as a Phlebotomist with experience in specimen collection and CLIA waived testing
Exceptional phlebotomy skills including experience with a “difficult stick” patient population
Demonstrated commitment to laboratory, phlebotomy, safety, and infection control practices
Experience working with psychiatric/behavioral health population
Solution-focused and collaborative spirit
Exceptional interpersonal and customer service skills
Knowledge of spreadsheet, database and word processing applications
Strong organizational skills
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Experience with electronic health record and laboratory information systems
Handles multiple priorities effectively
Completion of a Certified Phlebotomy program preferred
Conditions of Employment:
The successful candidate in this position must be willing and available to submit to the following conditions:
Full background check
Shift work
On-call status
Use or handling of hazardous materials
Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application and provide an explanation why the prior termination or resignation should not disqualify the applicant from the current position. Absent extraordinary circumstances, prior disciplinary termination or resignation in lieu of termination will disqualify the applicant from future State employment with CDHS.
Appeal Rights:
If you receive notice that you have been eliminated from consideration for this position, you may file an appeal with the State Personnel Board or request a review by the State Personnel Director.
An appeal or review must be submitted on the official appeal form, signed by you or your representative. This form must be delivered to the State Personnel Board by email (dpa_state.personnelboard@state.co.us), postmarked in US Mail or hand delivered (1525 Sherman Street, 4th Floor, Denver CO 80203), or faxed (303.866.5038) within ten (10) calendar days from your receipt of notice or acknowledgment of the department’s action.
For more information about the appeals process, the official appeal form, and how to deliver it to the State Personnel Board; go to spb.colorado.gov ; contact the State Personnel Board for assistance at (303) 866-3300; or refer to 4 Colorado Code of Regulations (CCR) 801-1, State Personnel Board Rules and Personnel Director's Administrative Procedures, Chapter 8, Resolution of Appeals and Disputes, at spb.colorado.gov under Rules.
Supplemental Information
How to Apply (https://cdhs.colorado.gov/information-for-job-applicants#how-to-apply)
The Assessment Process
For additional recruiting questions, please contact justin.icenhower@state.co (brennon.watts@state.co) .us
About Us:
If your goal is to build a career that makes a difference, consider joining the dedicated people of the Colorado Department of Human Services (https://www.colorado.gov/cdhs) (CDHS). Our professionals strive to design and deliver high-quality human and health services that improve the safety, independence, and well-being of the people of Colorado. In addition to a great location and rewarding and meaningful work, we offer:
Strong, secure, yet flexible retirement benefits including a PERA Defined Benefit Plan or PERA Defined Contribution Plan www.copera.org plus 401(k) and 457 plans
Medical and dental health plans
Employer supplemented Health Savings Account
Paid life insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
11 paid holidays per year plus vacation and sick leave
BenefitHub state employee discount program
Employee Wellness program MotivateMe
Excellent work-life programs, such as flexible schedules, training and more
Remote work arrangements for eligible positions
*Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more
information, go to https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/student-loan-forgiveness-programs .
Our Values:
We believe in a people-first approach: To serve the people of Colorado, we develop a culture and work environment that creates an energized, inspired, and healthy team capable of giving their best to Coloradans .
Balance creates quality of life: We want our team to be resilient through a supportive workplace that values flexibility, health and wellness, and employee engagement.
We hold ourselves accountable: We take responsibility through our actions, programs, and results for the state of health and human services in Colorado.
Transparency matters: We are open and honest with employees, our partners, the Coloradans we serve, and the public.
We are ethical: We abide by what is best for those we serve by doing what is right, not what is easy.
Collaboration helps us rise together: We work together with all partners, employees, and clients to achieve the best outcomes for Coloradans.
We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of diverse backgrounds and abilities.
ADAA Accommodations: CDHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, our agency will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or to perform essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to our ADAA Coordinator, Nancy Schmelzer, at cdhs_ada@state.co.us or call 1-800-929-0791.
THE STATE OF COLORADO IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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The State of Colorado offers permanent employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for detailed information: www.colorado.gov/pacific/dhr/benefits
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Describe your professional phlebotomy experience to include the roles you served, the number of years working and the types of settings/environments (acute care facility, research facility, etc). Please also ensure that this experience is listed in the work experience section of your application.
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The position will require performing venipuncture on mentally ill patients who can be challenging from both a physical standpoint (i.e., scarring, dehydration, etc.) and a social standpoint (i.e., cooperation and comprehension). Describe your experience in obtaining a blood draw from both a difficult (physical) stick patient and an uncooperative patient; include the techniques you used to obtain the specimens.
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CMHHIP is a locked and secured facility, and this position works with psychiatric/behavioral health/forensics patients. Do you have experience working with psychiatric/behavioral health/forensics patients? If yes, please describe employment experience.
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Describe your experience working with electronic health record and laboratory information systems including the number of years, the name of the systems used, and your level of comfort in mastering a new system.
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Briefly describe your experience with CLIA waived testing to include the type of testing and number of years experience.
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Former State employees who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination must disclose the information on the application. In the space below, please provide an explanation as to why the prior termination or resignation should NOT disqualify your application from the current position.
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