Medical Laboratory Scientist

Providence Health & Services; Centralia (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence Centralia Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform bench duties across Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Chemistry, Microbiology, Molecular, and more. You will plan, perform, and evaluate testing and collaborate with physicians and staff to ensure accurate results.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in MLS or equivalent with clinical rotations and eligibility for national certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science from an accredited college/university that included clinical rotation or
• Bachelor's Degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science AND completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Science program or
• Bachelor's Degree with completion of 60 semester/90 quarter hours from an accredited college/university that includes a minimum of 6 semester/9 quarter hours of chemistry, 6 semester/9 quarter hours of biology, and 12 semester/18 quarter hours of other chemistry, biology, and/or medical laboratory science courses AND at least three months full time clinical experience in all laboratory areas
• Upon hire: National Medical Technologist - American Society for Clinical Pathology or
• Upon hire: National Medical Technologist - American Medical Technologists or
• Upon hire: National Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Society for Clinical Pathology or
• Upon hire: National Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Medical Technologist
• 1 year experience in a clinical laboratory performing moderate and high complexity testing

Responsibilities

• Plan, perform and evaluate laboratory testing analysis
• Establish and maintain communications with physicians, patients, other hospital personnel and professional associations
• Work across sections such as Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Chemistry, Microbiology, and more

Skills

Clinical experience

Communication with physicians

Education

MLS/BMLS degree with clinical rotation

BS in chemistry/biology/physical science with MLS program

BS with specified chemistry/biology coursework and 3+ months clinical experience

Professional certification eligibility (ASCP/AMT MLS or MT)

Job description

Description

The position is responsible for professional Medical Laboratory Scientist bench duties within the laboratory, for the assigned section(s). The position performs routine and complex tests or analyses in any of these potential sections (as assigned): Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, Chemistry, Toxicology, Microbiology, Molecular, Mycology, Immunohematology, LIS and Lean. The position has responsibility for planning, performing and evaluating laboratory testing analysis; and establishing and/or maintaining communications with physicians, patients, other hospital personnel, professional associations, and other organizations. Bachelor's degree level position with applicants who obtained education outside of the United States must have their education evaluated for equivalency by an Acceptable Evaluation Agency for Foreign Transcripts.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued - they're invaluable. Join our team at Providence Centralia Hospital and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science from an accredited college/university that included clinical rotation or
• Bachelor's Degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science AND completion of an accredited Medical Laboratory Science program or
• Bachelor's Degree with completion of 60 semester/90 quarter hours from an accredited college/university that includes a minimum of 6 semester/9 quarter hours of chemistry, 6 semester/9 quarter hours of biology, and 12 semester/18 quarter hours of other chemistry, biology, and/or medical laboratory science courses AND at least three months full time clinical experience in all laboratory areas
• Upon hire: National Medical Technologist - American Society for Clinical Pathology or
• Upon hire: National Medical Technologist - American Medical Technologists or
• Upon hire: National Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Society for Clinical Pathology or
• Upon hire: National Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Medical Technologist
• 1 year experience in a clinical laboratory performing moderate and high complexity testing

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed 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.

About Providence

At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of "Know me, care for me, ease my way." Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we'll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.

Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.

Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.

Applicants in the Unincorporated County of Los Angeles: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Company: Providence Jobs

Job Category: Clinical Laboratory

Job Function: Clinical Care

Job Schedule: Full time

Job Shift: Day

Career Track: Clinical Professional

Department: 3033 CLINICAL LAB WA PCH CENTRALIA MAIN 1ST FLOOR MAIN LAB AREA

Address: WA Centralia 914 S Scheuber Rd

Work Location: Centralia Hospital-Centralia

Workplace Type: On-site

Pay Range: $37.84 - $58.75

The amounts listed are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.