What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Lab Scientist- Microbiology Lab (Per Diem) position at EvergreenHealth?
Description
Wage Range: $40.38 - $67.34 per hour plus 15% per diem rate
Posted wage ranges represent the entire range from minimum to maximum. For jobs with more than one level, the posted range reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some positions also offer additional premiums based on shift, certifications or degrees. Job offers are determined based on a candidate's years of relevant experience, level of education and internal equity.
Job Summary:
Ensures quality specimens for laboratory testing. Operates system/methodologies in order to produce timely and accurate test results for patients, QC, and proficiency testing. Reports clinical data accurately and efficiently so that caregivers receive timely patient information. Participates in growth opportunities to enhance personal, team and department development.
Primary Duties:
REQUIRED for the position:
Choices that care for you and your family
At EvergreenHealth, we appreciate our employees’ commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer the following benefits and resources for our per diem staff to help maintain and improve health and financial well-being.
Kirkland Employee Benefits | Kirkland, WA | EvergreenHealth
Wage Range: $40.38 - $67.34 per hour plus 15% per diem rate
Posted wage ranges represent the entire range from minimum to maximum. For jobs with more than one level, the posted range reflects the minimum of the lowest level and the maximum of the highest level. Some positions also offer additional premiums based on shift, certifications or degrees. Job offers are determined based on a candidate's years of relevant experience, level of education and internal equity.
Job Summary:
Ensures quality specimens for laboratory testing. Operates system/methodologies in order to produce timely and accurate test results for patients, QC, and proficiency testing. Reports clinical data accurately and efficiently so that caregivers receive timely patient information. Participates in growth opportunities to enhance personal, team and department development.
Primary Duties:
- Performs required QC and preventative maintenance, including corrective action and documentation, for all procedures and instrumentation.
- Minimizes department expenses by using resources efficiently, avoiding urgent supply requests and inventory loss due to expiration.
- Performs complex troubleshooting.
- Reports accurate results in order to minimize the use of corrected reports that could have an adverse effect on patient care.
- Uses computer skills to evaluate data, document actions, control workflow, use computer monitors (delta check, previous results) enters comments, pulls/clears pending lists, reviews computer reports.
- Works to improve and expand the skill set of others by assisting with training students and employees, reviews others’ work; cross trains and proactively assists others.
- Acts as a resource to coworkers and customers for technical questions. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of technical and administrative tasks (i.e. writing procedures, clerical processing) associated with the assigned areas of responsibility.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
REQUIRED for the position:
- MT(ACSCP) or equivalent certification in good standing required.
- Bachelor of science and completion of an accredited laboratory science program
- One year experience in a clinical hospital laboratory preferred
Choices that care for you and your family
At EvergreenHealth, we appreciate our employees’ commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer the following benefits and resources for our per diem staff to help maintain and improve health and financial well-being.
- Washington Paid Sick Leave (WPSL)
- Participation in 457(b) retirement plan
- Free parking
- Cafeteria & Gift Shop Discount
Kirkland Employee Benefits | Kirkland, WA | EvergreenHealth
Salary : $40 - $67