Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - Per Diem

Hourly Pay Range: $30.46 - $45.69. The hourly pay rate offered is determined by a candidate's expertise and years of experience, among other factors.

About the Role

This is a per diem position located at Swedish Hospital. Hours are Monday-Friday, 7am-3:30pm, with rotating weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Actively promotes patient satisfaction and customer service values with all staff members.
• Instructs and encourages coworkers to treat patients and customers (nurses, physicians, visitors, vendors, etc.) courteously.
• Performs patient tests, manually and with automated clinical laboratory equipment, reagents, and/or test methodologies in Chemistry, Hematology, and Microbiology.
• Maintains competencies in accordance with policy and procedures of the hospital and laboratory department.
• Performs quality control per established departmental protocols. Records QC appropriately and takes corrective action when QC is not within established guidelines. Documents corrective action taken.
• Reviews patient test results for accuracy and notifies appropriate clinical personnel of all critical results. Documents this notification per established protocols.
• Performs instrument checks, maintenance, and troubleshooting per department protocols.
• Maintains knowledge level consistent with the changes within the healthcare environment.
• Participates in continuing education programs, in-services, lab meetings, and various committees.
• Recognizes abnormal or unusual test results and makes appropriate decisions before releasing results. Notifies supervisor and pathologist if necessary.
• Performs computer functions efficiently, manages workload, and meets established turnaround times.
• Maintains a safe work environment by using required PPE and protective devices. Handles biohazardous materials and chemicals according to established protocols.
• Maintains established hospital and departmental policies and procedures to comply with safety, environmental, and infection control standards.
• Notifies the appropriate Laboratory section Lead Technologist / Supervisor / Manager / Director or designee when stock supplies are low.
• Assists in orientation and training of new employees and students.
• May assist in competency assessment of moderate and high complexity testing.

Requirements

• Education: Associate’s degree in Medical Laboratory Technician or Bachelor’s in Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, or equivalent.
• Certification: MT, MLS, or MLT (ASCP) certification or equivalent is required.
• Experience: Experience in a clinical laboratory is preferred.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, computer).
• Independent decision-making and organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented.

Benefits

• Premium pay such as shift, on-call, holiday, and more based on an employee’s job (for eligible positions).
• Incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• Career pathways to promote professional growth and development.
• Various medical, dental, pet, and vision options.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Free parking.
• Wellness program savings plan.
• Health savings account options.
• Retirement options with company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Community involvement opportunities.