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Confidential Medical Technologist in Issaquah, Washington
Job Description
Position: Medical Lab Scientist II
Location: Issaquah, WA 98029
Duration: 3+ Months (with possibilities of extension)
Shift Time: 3 Day shift -- 7 AM - 3:30 PM 2 Evening Shift 3 PM-11:30 PM
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Responsibilities:
- Responsibilities are interchangeable within job titles of medical laboratory scientist (MLS), medical technologist or clinical laboratory scientist.
- Work environment/department will be listed in requirement.
- Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria. Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
- Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality.
- Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
- Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls. Report accurate and timely test results to deliver quality patient care.
- Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures. Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary.
- Assist with processing of specimens when needed. Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective Equipment.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements.
- Minimum 2-4 years of clinical laboratory testing experience is required.
- State Medical Technologist license may be required (will be listed in requirement if its needed).
- ASCP or AMT certification is either preferred or required (will be listed in requirement if its required).
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment. Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus.
- High level of attention detail along with strong communication and organizational skills.
- Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen.
- Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs