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Medical Laboratory Scientist

St Michael Medical Center

#Quality Control #CLIA #Healthcare #Microbiology #Medical Laboratory Scientist #Clinical Laboratory #Diagnostic Testing #Hematology #Chemistry

Quick overview

Perform complex laboratory tests across various disciplines to provide accurate diagnostic data for patient treatment. Maintain and calibrate automated equipment while ensuring strict adherence to quality control and regulatory standards.

Requirements summary

Requires a Bachelor of Science in a biological or chemical science as defined by CLIA. Various professional certifications such as ASCP, AMT, or AAB are preferred.

bachelor degreeprofessional certificateQuality ControlTroubleshootingInstrument MaintenanceCalibrationRegulatory AdherenceMicrobiologyChemistryHematologySpecimen AnalysisProficiency TestingClinical CorrelationValidation of Procedures

Job description

Where You’ll Work Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891.
Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve.
This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education.
Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence.
When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.
Job Summary and Responsibilities As our Medical Lab Scientist, you will be a critical diagnostic expert, performing complex laboratory tests to ensure accurate, timely results vital for patient diagnosis and treatment.
Every day, you will execute a wide range of analytical procedures across various lab disciplines (hematology, chemistry, microbiology, etc.).
You'll analyze specimens, operate/maintain instruments, interpret results, and conduct quality control, providing crucial data for clinical decisions.
To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate a strong scientific foundation, advanced technical proficiency, exceptional problem-solving skills, and meticulous attention to detail.
Your paramount commitment will be to accuracy and regulatory adherence.
Performs and reports waived, moderately complex, and highly complex test procedures on patient specimens adhering to the Section’s Standard Operating Procedures to ensure accurate and timely reportingProvides excellent patient care through clinical correlation of results, identification of patterns of bias, rapid notification of appropriate caregivers of critical values, and completion of testing within established turn-around-time limitsEnsures that major automated equipment is operational by performing required maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting procedures; including contacting of instrument vendor for assistance or repairPerforms required calibration and quality control procedures and maintains records to ensure tests are being performed within established parametersPerforms proficiency testing as assigned and review results with laboratory clinical leadersAssists in evaluation and generation of compliant documentation for the validation of new procedures and equipment to provide the physician with the most current laboratory technology Job Requirements Required Bachelors Of Science in a biological or chemical science as defined by CLIA., upon hire Preferred International Medical Laboratory Scientist, upon hire orBlood Banking, upon hire orChemistry - ASCP, upon hire orClinical Laboratory Scientist, upon hire orClinical Laboratory Technologist, upon hire orTechnologist in Molecular Biology, upon hire orMedical Laboratory Scientist - Med Technologist, upon hire orMedical Technologist AAB, upon hire orTechnologist in Microbiology, upon hire orMedical Technologist AMT, upon hire orSpecialist in Hematology, upon hire orSpecialist in Microbiobiology, upon hire orMed Technologist - ASCP, upon hire orHistotechnologist, upon hire

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