ESTES PARK HEALTH COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Estes Park Health exists to make a positive difference to the health and well-being of all we serve. Located about 90 miles northwest of Denver, at 7,522 feet above sea level, Estes Park Health sits in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. As a gateway to Rocky Mountain National Park, the adventurous lifestyle Estes Park supplies open endless outdoor opportunities for our staff. We promote a healthy work-life balance to give our staff the time to enjoy the “playground” that is Colorado.

From pediatrics to geriatrics, Estes Park Health supplies a full spectrum of care for our friends, neighbors, and visitors in the entire Estes Park Valley and Rocky Mountain National Park. Today, over 18,000 patients—residents and visitors alike—see our health care teams for both outpatient and inpatient services.

SUMMARY:

The Quality Control Program Manager of the laboratory and point of care testing at all EPH related facilities. Responsible for successfully managing, planning, organizing, and reviewing Quality Control functions of the Laboratory department point of care testing at all EPH related facilities. Responsible for assisting with the development and modifications of operations with the Laboratory Director for the betterment of the Laboratory service to the Estes Valley Community. Plans, develops, and coordinates activities and flow of work for an assigned function or area in the Laboratory. Accountable for demonstrating a commitment to the values of EPH through active participation in Service Excellence and Continuous Quality Improvement/Education programs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Operates as a working technician or phlebotomist to help staffing when there are shortages
• Ensures laboratory operations and staff compliance with regulatory requirements
• Ensures Point of Care Quality management and oversight for EPH related facilities clinics and services
• Provides orientation, training and guidance to staff to ensure work is carried out in a safe and friendly manner
• Serves as a resource to staff regarding departmental/area policies, procedures and services. Available for consulting concerning test results and the interpretation of those results as they relate to specific patient conditions.
• Prioritizes multiple tasks and projects to ensure timely completion. Delegates and assigns work commensurate with knowledge, skill and experience, ensures work is performed appropriately
• Ensures Proper QC and QI is done to meet regulatory accreditation standards in the laboratory and all EPH related facilities, clinics and services. Ensures testing systems in the laboratory provide quality services in all aspects of test performance, preanalytical, analytic and post analytic phases of testing. Ensuring testing is appropriate for patient population.
• Responsible for all CAP, CLIA, and other regulatory governance (DNV, Joint Commission, etc.) activities as directed by hospital leadership. Including ensuring remedial actions are taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
• Monitors and evaluates all new testing methods and instrumentation before accepting as laboratory procedure to provide quality patient testing. Ensures adequate method verification in order to determine the accuracy and precision of testing methods.
• Coordinates with Laboratory Director to ensure safety, quality management, and service excellence is provided. Participates in EPH committees associated with safety and quality
• Collaborate with EPH Quality/Patient safety department, monitoring process improvement and standard work congruent with the overall quality management plan.
• Responsible for Quality planning, organizing, and directing Laboratory services for all EPH laboratory functions.
• Performs other duties as assigned and or delegate by the Laboratory Director

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

• Excellent writing skills, with a high level of attention to detail required
• Ability to demonstrate leadership, managerial ability, good interpersonal relationships, and the application of sound administrative principles
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.
• Ability to determine appropriate course of action in more complex situations
• Ability to work independently, exercise creativity, be attentive to detail, and maintain a positive attitude
• Ability to manage multiple and simultaneous responsibilities and to prioritize scheduling of work

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must possess a strong knowledge of Laboratory Service Management as normally obtained through the completion of a bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology.
• MT (ASCP) Registered
• A minimum of five (5) years directly related medical laboratory experience
• 2 year related experience in laboratory quality preferred
• Bachelors degree in related field and graduate of an accredited Medical Technologist program (AMT or ASCP)
• Excellent writing skills, with a high level of attention to detail required
• Ability to demonstrate leadership, managerial ability, good interpersonal relationships, and the application of sound administrative principles
• High school diploma or equivalent required

PAY RANGE:

$37.46 - $50.95 per hour

We offer a full range of benefits to fit your needs and family for full time and part time employees!

All employees are enrolled in a Money Purchase Pension Plan 401(a) which replaces Social Security contributions. You control the investments on-line yourself or with you financial advisor to help it grow. We also offer a 457(b) plan for you to ad additional funds to your investments.

Medical – Choose from a HSA or PPO medical plan with pre-tax spending accounts.
Dental – An affordable all-inclusive services plan. No need to choose from 2 or 3 options.
Vision – Just for you or your whole family.
Paid Time Off – Personal and sick leave immediately available as accrued each pay period.
Medical Transport – Add MASA as a supplemental for both Air and Ground usable in all 50 states.
Accident and Critical Illness – For those unexpected life issues that may happen. Cash payouts to you.
Term Life and AD&D INS. – Free to full and part time employees.
Voluntary Life Ins. – Additional coverage for you to purchase for yourself, spouse and or children.
Short Term Disability – 2 levels to purchase for your needs.
Long Term Disability – Free to you while employed.
Employee Assistance Program – A comprehensive program for you and your family member which includes a national provider network for counseling services, life balance services, legal and financial services

For more information about this opportunity call Human Resources at 970-577-4544 Monday-Friday 9am-4pm (MST) or e-mail questions to jobs@eph.org.

Equal Opportunity Employer: In compliance with federal law, including the provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, EPH does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, or military service in its administration of policies, programs, activities or employment. In addition, EPH does not discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity.

The descriptions above are listed as is at the time of posting and could change as needed at any time in accordance with state, local and federal laws.