Welcome to Centura Health:The same incredible caregivers. The same compassionate care. The same dedication to advancing health for all people, including the most vulnerable. Mercy Hospital is one of 20 Centura Health hospitals and 240 care sites across Colorado, Utah and Kansas that are proudly becoming part of CommonSpirit Health. Flourishing Begins Here:You have a purpose, unique talents and NOW is the time to embrace it, live it and put it to work. We value incredible people with incredible skills - but your commitment to a greater cause is something we value even more. A laboratory professional responsible for performance of all levels of general testing within the analytical laboratory. The Medical Lab Tech provides a high level of technical knowledge and application of that knowledge to department testing and clinical relevance. In this role you will consistently functions in a self-directed manner and exhibits complex problem solving skills.What You Bring/Job Requirements:In addition to bringing your whole self to the workplace each day, qualified candidates will need the following: To qualify for a Medical Laboratory Technician position:* 1 year related work experience preferred* Associates Degree in laboratory science OR* Bachelors Degree in related sciences, OR* Completion of a U.S. Military 50-week course leading to specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist or equivalent role* MLT ASCP or equivalent certification required within 6 months of hire To qualify for a Medical Technician position:* 1 year related work experience preferred* Associates Degree required* Bachelors Degree preferred* MLS (or MT) ASCP or categorical/specialty certification or equivalent required within 6 months of hirePhysical Requirements-Light work - (Exert up to 20lbs force occasionally, and/or up to 10lbs frequently)Your Connected Community:When people and places align, incredible things happen. Just like the amazing associates who work here, every community within our connected ecosystem has its own unique history, story and personality. Mercy Regional Medical Center is an 82-bed, acute care hospital located in the scenic Southwest Colorado town of Durango. It is the only hospital in Colorado to be rated by Medicare with five stars for overall hospital quality. It is recognized by Healthgrades as a Top 100 Hospital for orthopedic and spine surgery and for outstanding patient experience and patient safety. Mercy has also received 10 consecutive 'A' grades for patient safety from The Leapfrog Group. Our providers use state-of-the-art technology in an environment designed to promote well-being and healing of body, mind, and spirit. Among the many specialty services available at Mercy are emergency care (Level III trauma designation), surgical care, cardiac care (including interventional), Orthopedic and Spine Centers of Excellence, a Family Birthing Center, home care, hospice care more. Durango offers an exceptional quality of life with small town charm, excellent schools, and year-round, world-class outdoor recreation opportunities including snow sports, river sports, hiking, biking, camping and more.Pay Range:$21.44 - $47.79 / hourCaring for Your Whole Well Being:Be sure to consider our generous benefits as part of your overall compensation! Designed with your well-being in mind, our benefits include: * Medical* Dental* Vision* 401K with generous match* Daycare FSA that can include a company contribution* Tuition Reimbursement* Student Loan Forgiveness and more! View more on our benefits in [Colorado, Kansas, and New Mexico](https://centura.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=447276&hashed=-1090637925) or [Utah](https://centura.icims.com/icims2/servlet/icims2?module=AppInert&action=download&id=717592&hashed=-2072217948).
The same incredible caregivers. The same compassionate care. The same dedication to advancing health for all people, including the most vulnerable. These 20 Centura Health hospitals, as well as 240 care sites across Colorado, Utah and Kansas are proudly becoming part of CommonSpirit Health: St. Anthony Hospital, St. Anthony North Hospital, St. Anthony Summit Hospital, Penrose Hospital, St. Francis Hospital, St. Francis Hospital – Interquest, Mercy Hospital, OrthoColorado Hospital, Longmont United Hospital, St. Elizabeth Hospital, St. Mary-Corwin Hospital, St. Thomas More Hospital, Bob Wilson Memorial Hospital, St. Catherine Hospital – Dodge City, St. Catherine Hospital – Garden City, Holy Cross Hospital – Davis, Holy Cross Hospital – Jordan Valley, Holy Cross Hospital – Jordan Valley West, Holy Cross Hospital – Mountain Point, and Holy Cross Hospital – Salt Lake.We’re on a mission to heal individuals and uplift communities. We have locations throughout Colorado, Utah, and western Kansas, giving you opportunity to grow your career and impact the communities you serve. We deliver the same high standard of care to our employees as we do to our patients. With 20 hospitals, home care a...nd hospice care, medical clinics, flight care, telehealth and hundreds of physician practices, join us where your opportunities are endless!