Medical Lab Scientist: Precision Diagnostics & Impact

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist to perform complex laboratory tests across hematology, chemistry, microbiology and more, delivering accurate, timely results to support patient diagnosis and treatment.

You will analyze specimens, operate and maintain instruments, perform quality control, and report results while adhering to SOPs and regulatory standards, contributing to informed clinical decisions in the Puget Sound region.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in a biological or chemical science as defined by CLIA, upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs waived, moderately complex, and highly complex test procedures on patient specimens per SOPs.
• Provides patient care through clinical correlation of results and timely notification of critical values.
• Ensures major automated equipment is operational via maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting.
• Performs calibration and quality control procedures and maintains records of results.
• Performs proficiency testing and reviews results with laboratory clinical leaders.
• Assists in evaluation and generation of compliant documentation for validation of new procedures and equipment.

Education

Bachelor of Science in a biological or chemical science (CLIA defined)

Job description

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist to perform complex laboratory tests across hematology, chemistry, microbiology and more, delivering accurate, timely results to support patient diagnosis and treatment.

You will analyze specimens, operate and maintain instruments, perform quality control, and report results while adhering to SOPs and regulatory standards, contributing to informed clinical decisions in the Puget Sound region.