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Job Description

_This recruitment offers a $3,000 - $4,000 sign-on bonus for eligible new employees joining the UW Medicine team._

Who we’re looking for:

The UW Medicine - Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology (DLMP) in Seattle, WA has a fantastic opportunity for a **Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) Trainee/1** with the **Chemistry Team** at Harborview Medical Center.

Under general supervision, the MLS Trainee/1 performs and provides high-level support for moderate and high complexity manual and automated clinical diagnostic tests used in the screening, diagnosing, and treating of pathological conditions.

Work schedule:

+ 100% FTE

+ Night shift

+ Work schedule to be discussed with the hiring manager

What you’ll contribute:

The MLS Trainee/1:

+ Rotates and maintains competency in all sections where they have been trained and refers to the procedure when questions arise.

+ Understands and operates a variety of laboratory equipment that requires interpretative knowledge (i.e. blood gas instruments, chemistry analyzers, HPLC, AA Spectrophotometry, GCMS, LCMS, Hematology differentials, Immunoassay analyzers, spectrophotometers, etc.). The technologist can perform basic maintenance and troubleshooting measures.

+ Exhibits a working knowledge of laboratory information system software, middleware, and other relevant software and accesses and understands the content of WIKI procedures, policies, and document review.

+ Understands quality control requirements, quality assurance requirements, and follows policies to validate test results.

+ Works independently and manages average workloads and will ask for help when falling behind because of heavier than usual workloads. When tasks are completed, the technologist helps others and/or works on small projects.

+ Keeps work area clean and organized and returns equipment to appropriate location when finished so others can follow with minimum disruptions.

+ Keeps records neat, organized and legible so others can follow with minimum disruptions.

+ Performs work accurately, precisely and recognizes, corrects, and documents errors when they occur.

+ Interacts with health care providers and co-workers in a professional manner and remains calm.

+ In the absence of a MLS Lead or MLS-II, establishes priorities of work to be done in a section and communicates problems to the following shift.

+ Makes decisions based on written policies and require little assistance in prioritizing own workload when new situations arise.

+ Knows the defined critical limits for all tests, reports them to appropriate medical staff, and documents the information according to laboratory policy.

+ Assists with evaluation of new tests/equipment and incorporates checkout samples into the routine flow of work.

+ Performs inventory in assigned area, unpacks, labels and puts away supplies rotating stock as needed.

+ Communicates to MLS Lead/MLS 2 when any item is getting low.

+ Calculates concentrations, prepares, verifies, and documents the making of reagents, controls, and standards and checks the new lot of reagents as needed.

+ Provides training to new employees, medical laboratory scientist students, residents, and post-doctoral fellows in routine procedures/policies.

+ Acts as a resource to other resource personnel, including Clinical Laboratory Technicians and Specimen Processing Technicians.

+ Attends Lab Medicine related seminars, in-services, staff meetings and/or reads scientific journals to ensure continuing education.

+ Is receptive to new ideas and procedures and adapts to new routines and schedules as necessary.

+ Participates in departmental efforts to keep a safe environment for all staff and reports hazards and any unsafe work practices to the supervisor.

+ Knows the location of safety information and SDS manuals and accesses information in response to queries or emergency situations.

+ Forms productive working relationships with co-workers.

+ Arrives at and leaves work at proper times and limits lunch and breaks to the allowed times and shares responsibility for covering overtime and on-call slots if help is needed.

+ Uses sick leave appropriately and its usage is at or below the suggested levels indicated in UWMC/HMC guidelines.

+ Follows all rules regarding preparation and processing of samples for transport and/or testing.

+ Provides bedside testing on a routine or emergency basis throughout the hospital as required.

What you’ll need:

_Requirements for an MLS Trainee_ :

+ Accredited bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science OR equivalent education/experience **_AND_**

+ Eligible to take the Medical Laboratory Scientist or categorical certification examination from the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) within 18 months from date of hire. Failure to attain the certification within 18 months of date of hire may result in a recommendation for termination.

_Requirements for an MLS 1_ :

+ Accredited bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science OR equivalent education/experience **_AND_**

+ Current Medical Laboratory Scientist certification with the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent certifying organization OR certification with specialty organization appropriate to the laboratory division **_AND_**

+ One (1) year of experience as a Medical Laboratory Scientist Trainee. Up to one (1) year of on-the-job experience performing clinical testing in a Medical Laboratory Science Program externship may count toward the experience requirement.

What we offer:

+ $3,000 - $4,000 recruitment incentive for eligible new employees joining UW Medicine.

+ Relocation incentive for eligible new employees.

+ Vacation time and sick time off that accrue monthly, including 12 paid holidays.

+ State Employee Tuition Exemption Program covering up to 6 credits of qualifying coursework per quarter at the University of Washington or other participating colleges or universities.

+ Fully subsidized public transit pass (U-PASS) that covers multiple forms of public transportation in the region.

+ Excellent healthcare, dental, disability, retirement, and other plan options.

+ Lots of free fantastic fitness, healthy eating, finance, and stress reduction classes offered through the Whole U.

+ And much more!

About the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology:

A regional resource for clinical laboratory services required for innovative patient care, research and educational programs, the **Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology** at UW Medicine combines the sophisticated testing and informatics capabilities of fully accredited laboratories with the resources of an academic institution in its delivery of clinical and anatomic pathology services. Recognized for excellence in clinical training, world-class research initiatives, and a commitment to community service, we serve labs and medical facilities both nationally and internationally.

Please visit our website (http://dlmp.uw.edu/) to learn more about our department.

About UW Medicine:

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that include Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team (https://www.uwmedicine.org/jobs) . Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$78,420.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$115,680.00 annual

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

Permanent Night Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU Local 925 Healthcare Prof/Lab Tech

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://hr.uw.edu/eoaa/) . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected] .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) .

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.