Job Description

Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000+ patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Respect, Service, Teamwork and Excellence to I.N.S.P.I.R.E. great health.

Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E(ing) approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today!

Why Work at Cheyenne Regional?

• ANCC Magnet Hospital
• 403(b) with 4% employer match
• 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure)
• Education Assistance Program
• Employer Sponsored Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance program

Day in the Life of a Lab Assistant:

Performs all paperwork, technical and non-technical procedures required to process, submit, and initiate the testing process. Communicates with Physicians/Nursing Staff/Managers/co-workers, as appropriate about patients, specimen collection, computer issues and other laboratory issues. Additionally, performs general laboratory duties in all assigned laboratory departments with adequate supervision.

Here is what you will be doing:

• Performs routine tests and analysis on all specimen types according to established procedures. Performs quality control checks on each procedure and/or reagents as required and appropriate.
• Evaluates and prioritizes samples for testing.
• Performs routine departmental maintenance which may include temperature checks, counter cleaning, supply inventory and others with appropriate documentation.
• Reviews and resolves shift pending log as well as problem queues for various departments.
• Utilizes Laboratory Information System (LIS) and network appropriately and efficiently.
• Participates in ongoing continuing education to comply with state regulations. Completes a minimum of five continuing education contact hours per year or ten contact hours per two years.
• I understand that it is not within my scope of practice to handle any medications that I might inadvertently come in contact with, including medications delivered in the pneumatic tube system. If I do come in contact with medications I know to alert a licensed employee for them to handle.

Desired skills:

• Demonstrates ability to positively interact with persons of different ethnic, spiritual, moral and cultural beliefs.
• Demonstrates an independent work initiative, sound judgment and attention to detail.
• Shows willingness to read, understand, and follow all policies and procedures, as defined for the organization and department.
• Exhibits effective critical thinking/decision-making skills as appropriate.

Here\'s what you will need:

• High school diploma (or Equivalent Certificate from an accredited program) or higher degree
• Valid USA driver\'s license
• Must have clean driving record that follows Cheyenne Regional Medical Center\'s driving guidelines

Nice to have:

• Clinical laboratory experience

Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000+ patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Respect, Service, Teamwork and Excellence to I.N.S.P.I.R.E. great health.

Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E.d approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today!

At Cheyenne Regional, you ll work on the front lines of Wyoming healthcare as part of a strong, stable healthcare organization one with big plans and a clear direction for growth. That means big opportunities for individuals with the right combination of skills, dedication and experience in evidence-based practice.
About Cheyenne Regional
Cheyenne Regional offers a comprehensive line of healthcare services, including Heart and Vascular, Cancer, Orthopedics, Women and Children s Services, Surgical, Trauma, Wound Management & Hyperbaric Medicine, Rehabilitation, Transitional Care, Home Care, Hospice, Behavioral Health, Medical Imaging and Lab Services.

Why work at Cheyenne Regional?

• 403(b) with 4% employer match
• ANCC Magnet Hospital
• 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure)
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Sponsored Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance program

Taking a closer look at Cheyenne, Wyoming

• Located just 90 minutes from Denver, Colorado
• Mid-sized city with a casual, comfortable lifestyle
• Several cultural attractions, including a symphony, an active arts community, the nationally recognized Cheyenne Botanic Gardens, farmers markets and the world s largest outdoor rodeo, Cheyenne Frontier Days
• Excellent private and public schools; advanced placement programs in high schools; community college with academic and life-enhancement classes for all ages
• Large retail base, including national home improvement outlets, department stores, specialty and restaurant chains
• Thirty-seven miles of walking/biking trails, four golf courses, indoor tennis, indoor ice rink
• Nearby mountains offer year-round recreation, including skiing, hiking, camping, biking, fishing, hunting, rock climbing and more

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