Medical Lab Technician - PRN

Summit Pacific Medical Center; Elma (WA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Employee Wellness Program

On-site Gym

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

403b / 457 Retirement

Job summary

Summit Pacific Medical Center in Elma, Washington, seeks an experienced clinical laboratory professional to oversee all phases of hospital-wide laboratory testing. The role includes instrument maintenance, result evaluation, and collaboration on quality assurance initiatives.

Requirements include ASCP or equivalent CPR/BLS certification (within 3 months) and an associates degree; Washington phlebotomy license is optional. 10-hour TECH contract shifts are available, with a 40-hour work week.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of Quality Control Westgard Rules and Documentation
• Able to recognize unlikely results and troubleshoot
• English language
• Basic computer skills
• Able to perform Body Fluid Cell Counts and Hematology Manual Differentials Able to perform Urine Microscopies
• Basic knowledge of Blood Banking
• Able to perform gram stains
• Able to communicate effectively with providers, nurses and patients
• Able to work independently
• Shift at times will be variable, the ability to be flexible is required.

Responsibilities

• All pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical functions
• Participate in Support Activities such as Procedure Reviews, Procedure Writing, Training
• Participate in Inventory Management
• Order, Process, prepare specimens for on-site testing or for sending to reference laboratory
• Operate and Maintain Instruments and verify performance through appropriate use of standards, controls and calibrators
• Evaluate Results for reasonableness and accuracy based on patient condition, age, gender etc.
• Recognize unusual or unlikely results or potential interfering factors and investigate prior to reporting
• Recognize and report critical results after evaluation of test results and specimen integrity
• Solve basic equipment and testing problems
• Participate in departmental and hospital Quality Assurance activities
• Process and test proficiency testing specimens as assigned
• Complete mandatory annual training and competency testing and participate in continuing education opportunities as available and appropriate.
• Special projects and other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Westgard Rules

English language

Basic computer skills

Body Fluid Counts

Hematology Differentials

Urine Microscopies

Blood Banking

Gram stains

Communication

Independent work

Education

Associates Degree

1 year experience preferred

Job description

Get To Know Summit Pacific Medical Center:

Your trusted partner in Health and Wellness, Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding public hospital district that operates a Critical Access Hospital with a Level IV trauma designation, three rural healthcare clinics, and a seven-day-a-week urgent care clinic. Our vision is Through Summit Care, we will build the healthiest community in the Nation. Our hospital is unique due to its size and accessibility. We pride ourselves on our ability to give patients quick access to a provider.

• Critical Access Hospital
• 24/7 Emergency Department
• Level II Cardiac Center
• Level III Stroke Center
• Level IV Trauma Care

To learn more about Summit Pacific, visit www.summitpacificmedicalcenter.org

Pay Range (depending On Experience):

$36.03 - $50.29

Job Summary

Responsible for all phases of the clinical laboratory testing process in a hospital wide team environment.

Job Duties And Responsibilities

• All pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical functions
• Participate in Support Activities such as Procedure Reviews, Procedure Writing, Training
• Participate in Inventory Management
• Order, Process, prepare specimens for on-site testing or for sending to reference laboratory
• Operate and Maintain Instruments and verify performance through appropriate use of standards, controls and calibrators
• Evaluate Results for reasonableness and accuracy based on patient condition, age, gender etc.
• Recognize unusual or unlikely results or potential interfering factors and investigate prior to reporting
• Recognize and report critical results after evaluation of test results and specimen integrity
• Solve basic equipment and testing problems
• Participate in departmental and hospital Quality Assurance activities
• Process and test proficiency testing specimens as assigned
• Complete mandatory annual training and competency testing and participate in continuing education opportunities as available and appropriate.
• Special projects and other related duties as assigned.

Organizational Responsibilities

In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, all employees are expected to support the Summit Pacific Medical Center mission, vision and values; comply with SPMC policies and procedures; and conduct themselves in an ethical, professional, respectful, and collaborative manner at all times.

Required Education And Experience

• 1 Year working experience Preferred, but will consider New Grads
• Associates Degree

Required Licenses, Certifications And/or Registrations

Current ASCP or equivalent CPR or BLS certification- (Within 3 months of hire). Washington State Phlebotomy License is optional.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Knowledge of Quality Control Westgard Rules and Documentation Able to recognize unlikely results and troubleshoot English language Basic computer skills Able to perform Body Fluid Cell Counts and Hematology Manual Differentials Able to perform Urine Microscopies Basic knowledge of Blood Banking Able to perform gram stains Able to communicate effectively with providers, nurses and patients Able to work independently Shift at times will be variable, the ability to be flexible is required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge of Quality Control Westgard Rules and Documentation
• Able to recognize unlikely results and troubleshoot
• English language
• Basic computer skills
• Able to perform Body Fluid Cell Counts and Hematology Manual Differentials Able to perform Urine Microscopies
• Basic knowledge of Blood Banking
• Able to perform gram stains
• Able to communicate effectively with providers, nurses and patients
• Able to work independently
• Shift at times will be variable, the ability to be flexible is required.

Physical Requirements

Never = 0% of time Seldom = 1-10% Occasional = 10-30% Frequent = 30-70% Constant = over 70%

• Lifting <10 lbs x
• Lifting 10-35 lbs x
• Lifting >35 lbs x
• Carrying <10 lbs x
• Carrying 10-35 lbs x
• Carrying >35 lbs x
• Pushing/Pulling 0-35 lbs x
• Sitting x
• Standing x
• Walking x
• Bending/Stooping x
• Crouching x
• Exposure to BBP x
• Vision Within normal range with or without corrective devices
• Hearing Within normal range with or without corrective devices.
• Speech Within normal range with or without corrective devices.

FTE:

0

Work Shift:

TECH Contract 10 hour shifts in a 40 hour work week

Working Location:

Elma, Washington

Benefits:

Our uniquely designed benefits are here to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally and achieving financial security! We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

Benefits Offered By SPMC:

• Competitive Compensation
• Medical
• Prescription
• Dental (including Orthodontia)
• Vision
• Healthcare FSA and daycare FSA
• Daycare subsidized benefit
• Life Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Short- and long-term disability
• Generous employer 403b match contributions for retirement
• 457 retirement account for additional funds
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Smoking Cessation Assistance
• Employee Wellness Program
• Employee Committees to participate in such as Spirit Team
• Beautiful on-site gym for employees
• Instructor led fitness classes for employees, including Yoga, Kettlebells and Bootcamps
• Walking trails on site

Additional Information:

• Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding nonprofit public hospital district serving east Grays Harbor County, Washington. Founded in 1982, Summit Pacific now operates three locations comprised of a critical access hospital, primary care clinics, an urgent care clinic and range of ancillary and specialty services.
• Far enough to have privacy and enjoy the small-town lifestyle, yet close enough to have the benefits of the city. There are many year-round recreational activities in and around Grays Harbor such as:
• Hiking/ walking trails – whether you’re looking for short easy walking trails or long hikes you can find many trails located either on site or just miles from Summit Pacific. There are many great hiking trails about an hour away at the Quinault Rainforest which is also the home of some of the largest trees in the world!
• Kayaking – There are many areas that are easily accessible and have beautiful views.
• Nature viewing – Multiple whale watching towers and tours, state parks, Olympic Game Farm (where you can feed the animals straight from your car)
• Fishing & Hunting – If you’re looking for areas to hunt/ fish or looking for guided tours this is a great area! Westport is just 42 miles away with many opportunities to catch or buy fresh fish off the docks!
• Other activities – Multiple museums, winery, arcades, rentable mopeds, Seabrook (vacation beach town), many areas to surf for experienced surfers and surfing lessons for those who want to learn.
• Nearby colleges – Grays Harbor College is a community college located in Aberdeen with other community colleges located in surrounding areas, as well as some state colleges and universities in other areas of WA state.

Summit Pacific Medical Center is an equal opportunity provider and employer that is committed to a policy of non-discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, arrest and court record, sexual orientation, and status as a covered veteran. This policy covers admission and access to, and participation in, treatment and employment in the hospital’s programs, activities, services, and employment.

This organization participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a service that verifies authorization to work in the U.S. through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the U.S. Department of Social Security (SSA). For further information on E-Verify contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218.