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Virginia Mason Franciscan Health

Medical Laboratory Scientist

tacoma, WA

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About this opportunity

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health lists this Medical Laboratory Scientist opportunity in tacoma, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

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 reporting

Provides 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 limits

Ensures that major automated equipment is operational by performing required maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting procedures; including contacting of instrument vendor for assistance or repair

Performs required calibration and quality control procedures and maintains records to ensure tests are being performed within established parameters

Performs proficiency testing as assigned and review results with laboratory clinical leaders

Assists 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 or

Blood Banking, upon hire or

Chemistry - ASCP, upon hire or

Clinical Laboratory Scientist, upon hire or

Clinical Laboratory Technologist, upon hire or

Technologist in Molecular Biology, upon hire or

Medical Laboratory Scientist - Med Technologist, upon hire or

Medical Technologist AAB, upon hire or

Technologist in Microbiology, upon hire or

Medical Technologist AMT, upon hire or

Specialist in Hematology, upon hire or

Specialist in Microbiology, upon hire or

Med Technologist - ASCP, upon hire or

Histotechnologist, upon hire

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.

Pay Range

$38.46 - $64.70 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Worksite address

tacoma, WA, 98417, US

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