Medical Tech (MLS) - Medical Lab Tech (MLT)

WhidbeyHealth•Coupeville, WA

About The Position

The Medical Technologist performs technical, pre-analytical, analytical, post-analytical, clerical, and quality assurance work associated with laboratory testing, following established standards and procedures. This position is scheduled for night shift, four 10-hour shifts, Thursday through Sunday nights. The role processes biological specimens; performs clinical laboratory testing in areas including hematology, microbiology, clinical chemistry, urinalysis, coagulation, and transfusion services; operates and troubleshoots laboratory equipment; performs calibration and quality checks; and documents results and other required information. It also supports laboratory safety, inventory and supplies, staff and student training, proficiency testing, regulatory preparation, and other laboratory projects and assignments. The posting describes qualifications for either a Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Medical Lab Technician (MLT). MLS applicants need a bachelor's degree in medical technology, medical laboratory science, or a bachelor's degree with equivalent science credit hours under CLIA Standard 493.1489. MLT applicants need an associate degree or equivalent military clinical laboratory training. Both require ASCP or equivalent nationally accredited certification.

Requirements

For MLS: bachelor's degree in medical technology, medical laboratory science, or a bachelor's degree with equivalent science credit hours per CLIA Standard 493.1489.
For MLT: associate degree or equivalent military clinical laboratory training.
ASCP or equivalent nationally accredited certification required.
Ability to perform complex analysis and basic working knowledge of laboratory techniques, principles, instruments, and their interrelationships.
Ability to recognize problems, identify causes, develop alternatives, and determine solutions using professional judgment.
Ability to take responsibility for one's own work and decisions with minimum supervision.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to work in a team or independently.
Effective communication skills.
Adaptability and flexibility in a fast-paced, high-quality environment.

Responsibilities

Process and handle blood and other biological specimens according to established procedures.
Instruct patients and healthcare professionals in proper sample collection.
Ensure laboratory equipment operates properly, troubleshoot abnormalities, perform calibration and quality assurance checks, and document as directed.
Perform clinical laboratory testing in hematology, microbiology, clinical chemistry, urinalysis, coagulation, and transfusion services as indicated.
Evaluate and document results in the LIS or other required documentation according to procedure.
Review pending test lists and take appropriate action to address pending tests.
Perform and document quality control analyses, assessing the validity and accuracy of results.
Follow facility and laboratory safety policies, including biohazard shipping and handling, chemical and environmental safety, and infection control.
Assist with inventory control, order requisitions, and organization of department supplies.
Assist with training new employees or students as assigned by a supervisor or manager.
Complete proficiency testing procedures as directed for regulatory and accreditation comparisons.
Participate in laboratory teams, innovative projects, regulatory survey preparation, and special assignments.
Present a professional image in interactions with patients and coworkers.

Benefits

Medical coverage: HDHP with HSA or PPO
Prescription drug coverage
Dental options: PPO or managed-care plan
Vision benefits through VSP
Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance
Employer-paid long-term disability coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA) for employees enrolled in HDHP
Healthcare Flexible Spending Account (FSA), including dependent and healthcare options
Free, confidential employee and provider assistance programs
Optional employee-paid voluntary life and AD&D insurance
Optional employee-paid voluntary long-term disability coverage