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Overview

In 2020, united in a fierce commitment to deliver the highest quality care and exceptional patient experience, Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health came together as natural partners to build a new health system centered around the patient: Virginia Mason Franciscan Health. Our combined system builds upon the scale and expertise of our nearly 300 sites of care, including 11 hospitals and nearly 5,000 physicians and providers. Together, we are empowered to make an even greater impact on the health and well-being of our communities.

CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason are now united to build the future of patient-centered care across the Pacific Northwest. That means a seamlessly connected system offering quality care close to home. From basic health needs to the most complex, highly specialized care, our patients can count on us to meet their needs with convenient access to the region’s most prestigious experts and innovative treatments and technologies.

While you’re busy impacting the healthcare industry, we’ll take care of you with benefits that may include health/dental/vision, FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, adoption assistance, annual bonus eligibility, and more!

Responsibilities

Job Summary / Purpose

Accurately analyzes and reports all tests ordered by the Medical Staff in a timely manner and according to laboratory procedures and regulatory guidelines to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.

Essential Key Job Responsibilities

Aligning with local and state requirements performs lab test procedures on patient specimens adhering to the Section’s Standard Operating Procedures to ensure accurate, timely reporting.
Provides excellent patient care through clinical correlation of results, identification of patterns of bias, rapid notification of appropriate caregivers of critical values, and completion of testing within established turn-around-time limits
Ensures that major automated equipment is operational by performing required maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting procedures; including contacting of instrument vendor for assistance or repair
Performs required calibration and quality control procedures and maintains records to ensure tests are being performed within established parameters
Performs proficiency testing as assigned and review results with laboratory clinical leaders
Assists in evaluation and generation of compliant documentation for the validation of new procedures and equipment to provide the physician with the most current laboratory technology
Participates in opportunities for continuing education and/or teaching, training according to the Section Performance Standards to enhance technical skills of students, trainees, coworkers, and self
Responsible for inventory of supplies, including providing assistance with monitoring supplies, ordering, and placing received supplies into storage
Completes all work and resolves or appropriately passes ongoing issues to incoming staff within the scheduled shift
As a representative of CommonSpirit Health, utilizes professionalism and HumanKindness while communicating with physicians, hospital staff, patients, coworkers, other stakeholders in laboratory operations, and all members of the general public, whether in email, instant messaging, telephone, or face-to-face interactions
Adheres to all regulatory requirements

Qualifications

Required Education and Experience:

Associate’s Degree in a biological or chemical science as defined by CLIA OR

High school diploma/GED and completed an official military medical laboratory course and held the military enlisted occupational speciality of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Lab Technician)

Required Licensure and Certifications:

California: MLT:CA

Nevada: MLT:NV

North Dakota: MLT-L:ND

Tennessee: MLT-L:TN or MLT (ASCP) or equivalent certification (per requirement sheet)

GA: MLT (ASCP) or equivalent certification (per requirement sheet)

Other state license not required

Preferred Certification:

MLT (ASCP) or equivalent certification preferred

Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training:

Must be appropriately trained in clinical laboratory science as judged by the Director of the Clinical Laboratory

Average salary estimate

$60000 / YEARLY (est.)

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What You Should Know About Medical Laboratory Technician, UNAVAILABLE

Are you ready to join a team that is committed to delivering the highest quality of healthcare? Look no further than Virginia Mason Franciscan Health in Tacoma, where we are seeking a dedicated Medical Laboratory Technician. As an integral part of our healthcare system, you will analyze and report tests ordered by our Medical Staff, playing a crucial role in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. With nearly 300 sites of care and a blended expertise of Virginia Mason and CHI Franciscan Health, we are geared to provide a seamless patient experience. Your responsibilities will encompass performing lab tests, maintaining equipment, and ensuring the accuracy and turnaround of results. You’ll benefit from an array of offerings including health benefits, retirement plans, and a supportive work environment that encourages continuous education and professional growth. If you’re passionate about patient care and excited to work in an impactful setting, this position at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health could be the next step in your career journey. Come be a part of a mission-driven team that is built around patient-centered care, supporting both our patients and each other.

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What are the key responsibilities of a Medical Laboratory Technician at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health?

As a Medical Laboratory Technician at Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, your key responsibilities include accurately analyzing and reporting test results, performing lab tests on patient specimens, maintaining major automated equipment, and ensuring compliance with regulatory guidelines. You will also correlate clinical results for optimal patient care and participate in continuous education initiatives to enhance your technical skills.