Valley Medical Center is seeking a per diem/prn Medical Lab Technician for a per diem/prn job in Renton, Washington.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Medical Lab Technician
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Duration: Ongoing
- Employment Type: Per Diem
Job Description: JOB DESCRIPTION The position description is a guide to the critical duties and essential functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands, and work environment conditions. Position descriptions are reviewed and revised to meet the changing needs of the organization. TITLE: Medical Lab Technician JOB OVERVIEW: Performs routine tests and analyses according to established procedures. DEPARTMENT: Laboratory WORK HOURS: As assigned REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Manager or Director Laboratory PREREQUISITES:
Certification by ASCP, AMT or NCA as a Medical Laboratory Technician or Clinical Laboratory Technician and Associate degree of science with equivalent certification.
ASCP, AMT or NCA Registry eligible Medical Laboratory Technician will be considered but must receive their certification within 12 months of hire.
Must provide proof of academic diploma, transcript, or primary source verification (PSV) report confirming credentials
QUALIFICATIONS:
One year of recent hospital or Clinical Reference Lab experience as a generalist preferred performing moderate to high complexity testing.
Ability to prioritize workload and assist co-workers as needed to meet established lab turnaround times.
Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills in a diverse population.
Demonstrates good decision making and problem-solving skills.
Able to communicate effectively in oral and written form in the English language.
UNIQUE PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENT AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
Frequent exposure to blood and body fluids
Possible exposure to infectious specimens, communicable diseases, toxic substances, and other conditions common to a laboratory environment.
Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment, PPE, as appropriate.
Frequent interaction with a diverse population including team members and other customers.
Requires occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
Generic Job Functions: See Generic Job Description for Clinical Partner.
Essential Responsibilities and Competencies:
Performs all STAT and routine clinical testing according to established standards and completes analysis within established time frames 90% of the time.
Performs, records and reviews Quality Control Analysis according to established standards and takes appropriate corrective action when there is a variance in QC.
Performs proficiency testing such as CAP surveys.
Maintains and troubleshoots instruments and equipment and document such according to established protocols.
Reviews and evaluates lab reports for clarity, accuracy, timeliness.
Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and take necessary corrective action according to established protocols under the guidance of the Lead.
Receives all reagents and supplies according to standards.
Participates in specimen procurement, specimen handling and specimen processing.
May participate in training/orientation of MLT students and new employees.
C. Human Resources
Demonstrates behavior consistent with Valley Values.
Proven History of good performance.
Proven History of good attendance.
Revised: 3/07, 9/10, 11/22, 11/23 Grade: UFCWPTMLT FLSA: NE CC: 7072
UW Medicine Valley Medical Center Job ID. Posted job title: Medical Lab Technician
About Valley Medical Center
At Valley Medical Center, we witness the extraordinary power of life in every facet of our work. It's a humbling and inspiring experience that continually reinforces our purpose: caring for people. Situated south of downtown Seattle, Valley Medical Center has been a cornerstone of Renton since its early beginnings in 1911. As the largest nonprofit healthcare provider between Seattle and Tacoma, we extend beyond the hospital walls, operating a network of over forty primary care, urgent care, and specialty clinics throughout South King County.
Valley plays a pivotal role in preserving and enhancing the health of our community. United by core values of compassion, respect, trust, and teamwork, we share a genuine passion for helping others, both patients and colleagues. By joining Valley, you become part of a remarkable and dedicated team committed to caring for our community and one another. If this excites and motivates you, consider joining our team.