Medical Laboratory Scientist or Technician

Medical Laboratory Scientists and Technicians are core to the clinical operations at St. Charles Health System. Join a team that prioritizes clinical excellence and professional growth, all while living in the heart of the Pacific Northwest’s premier recreation destination.

Responsibilities

Performs laboratory analysis of human biological specimens submitted for testing in accordance with laboratory policies, procedures and quality standards; Accurately documents results into the Laboratory Information System; Recognizes reports and documents critical test results in a timely manner; Ensures that specimens for analysis are appropriate and adequate to provide meaningful results; Performs, evaluates and documents quality control, quality assurance, proficiency testing and calibration procedures according to laboratory policies and procedures; Ensures that analytic instruments are properly calibrated and maintained; Reviews and evaluates test results prior to release; Obtains blood samples via arterial, venous or capillary puncture according to laboratory policies and procedures; Consults with clinicians and colleagues in the investigation and identification of possible sources of error or interferences that may impact test performance or compromise test results; Delivers customer service and/or patient care in a manner that promotes goodwill, is timely, efficient and accurate; Supports Value Improvement Practice (VIP- Lean) principles of continuous improvement with energy and enthusiasm; Conducts all activities with the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality

Requirements

Required: Bachelors, Masters or Doctoral degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science from an accredited college or university; Required: Current national certification or licensure at the Technologist/Scientist level by one or more of the following accredited credentialing agencies: ASCP, AMT, AAB, HEW and California Department of Health Services. Acceptable credentials: MLS (ASCP), MT (ASCP), BB (ASCP), H (ASCP), C (ASCP), M (ASCP), MB (ASCP), SBB (ASCP), SC (ASCP), SM (ASCP), SI (ASCP), MT (AMT), MT (HEW), MT (AAB), CLS; Required: Associates, Bachelors, Masters or Doctoral degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science from an accredited college or university or completion of a 50 week US Military Medical Laboratory Specialist course; Required: Current national certification or licensure at the Technician level by one or more of the following accredited credentialing agencies: ASCP, AAB, AMT and California Department of Health Services. Acceptable credentials: MLT (ASCP), MLT (AAB), MLT (AMT); OR Eligible to obtain required certification or licensure within eight (8) weeks of hire; Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required to perform the job safely

Nice to have

Previous Medical Laboratory Scientist experience; Previous Medical Laboratory Technician experience