Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - Per Diem
About The Position
The Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - Per Diem position at Swedish Hospital is responsible for performing patient tests using automated clinical laboratory equipment, reagents, and various test methodologies across Chemistry, Hematology, and Microbiology. This role actively promotes patient satisfaction and customer service, maintains competencies, performs quality control, reviews test results for accuracy, and notifies appropriate personnel of critical results. The MLS also performs instrument checks, maintenance, and troubleshooting, stays updated on healthcare changes through continuing education, and recognizes and makes appropriate decisions regarding abnormal test results. Efficient computer function, workload management, and maintaining a safe work environment by using required PPE and handling biohazardous materials are also key aspects of this role. Additionally, the MLS assists in maintaining hospital and departmental policies, notifying leads of low supplies, and aiding in the orientation and training of new employees and students. They may also assist in competency assessment for moderate and high complexity testing.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in Medical Laboratory Technician or Bachelor’s in Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Biology, Chemistry, Microbiology, or equivalent
- MT, MLS or MLT (ASCP) certification or equivalent is required
- Experience in clinical laboratory preferred.
- Must have excellent communication skills (verbal, written, computer), independent decision making and organizational skills, and be detail-oriented.
Responsibilities
- Actively promotes patient satisfaction and customer service values with all staff members.
- 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 or 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 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.
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
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
