Medical Laboratory Technologist or Medical Laboratory Scientist

Washington State University • Pullman, WA

1d • $4,866 - $6,542 • Onsite

About The Position

The College of Veterinary Medicine is recruiting a Medical Laboratory Technologist (MLT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) for the Veterinary Teaching Hospital. The role performs complex clinical laboratory tests used to screen for, diagnose, and treat animal diseases. It is a permanent, full-time (100% FTE), 12-month position based in Pullman, Washington, and is overtime eligible. The position may be filled at either the MLT or MLS level, with monthly salary ranges of $4,866–$5,928 for MLT and $5,642–$6,542 for MLS. Placement within the applicable range depends on the candidate’s experience, education, skills, and abilities. Candidates must be available for on-call emergency situations.

Requirements

• For the MLT level: Associate’s degree in Medical Technology from a curriculum accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association, certification with the American Society of Clinical Pathologists or equivalent (or certification in the specialized field appropriate to the laboratory division), and two years of experience in a clinical pathology lab; equivalent education and experience may be considered.
• For the MLS level: Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology from a curriculum accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association, certification with the American Society of Clinical Pathologists or equivalent (or certification in the specialized field appropriate to the laboratory division), and two years of experience as a Clinical/Medical Technologist 1 or equivalent; equivalent education and experience may be considered.
• For both levels: Ability to be available for on-call emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working in a diagnostic laboratory setting.
• Experience working in an educational setting, including providing instruction to others.
• Two years of veterinary laboratory testing experience.

Responsibilities

• Ensure quality-control requirements are met to validate test results and record data as part of a quality assurance program.
• Assist in developing and evaluating new procedures.
• Prepare and verify the quality of reagents, standards, and control samples.
• Calibrate, troubleshoot, and perform routine and emergency preventive maintenance on laboratory instruments and related equipment.
• Supervise, train, and schedule temporary employees.
• Perform administrative functions, including maintaining laboratory statistics, purchasing equipment, managing service contracts, and preparing standard operating procedures.

Benefits

• Paid sick leave and vacation leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, life, and disability insurance for employees and dependents.
• Retirement benefits and deferred compensation, including optional supplemental retirement accounts.
• Training and development.
• Employee tuition waiver.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree