Medical Laboratory Scientist

Pride Health; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare staffing organization is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to support a client in Seattle. This is a contract opportunity focused on night shifts, requiring proficiency in laboratory procedures and compliance with safety regulations. Ideal candidates will hold a degree in medical technology or related fields and possess strong testing knowledge. This role emphasizes quality control and patient confidentiality, offering a competitive environment in a prominent healthcare facility.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of basic laboratory testing.
• Good computer skills and ability to adapt to working in multiple computer systems.
• Knowledge of QC and QA.
• Knowledge of all areas of the laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing.
• Maintain records demonstrating proficiency testing.
• Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures.
• Review and release test results.
• Follow safety guidelines as described in respective policies.

Skills

Basic laboratory testing

Good computer skills

Knowledge of QC and QA

Knowledge of laboratory areas

Education

BS in Medical Technology

BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology

Associate’s degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology

Qualified Technologist under 42 CFR 493.1433

Job description

Pride Health is Hiring – Medical Laboratory Scientist

Pride Health is hiring for a Medical Laboratory Scientist to support our client’s medical facility based in Melville, NY

This is a contract opportunity and a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization.

Title: Medical Laboratory Scientist ASCP Generalist (or Chemistry)

Shift: Night Working hours: 12am - 8:30am (Tuesday - Saturday)

Responsibilities

• Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
• Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures (see department SOPs).
• Review and release test results.
• Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines.
• Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies; document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and all maintenance performed.
• Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
• Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results; correct problems encountered or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor.
• Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
• Follow department procedures in reporting STATs or critical results to clients.
• If applicable, answer questions from customers or other lab personnel.
• Maintain complete records of all testing performed on-site.
• Maintain general appearance of the department.
• Ensure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and, if applicable, opened dates.
• Review and train on new procedures.
• Attend monthly department and any additional training/educational meetings.
• Participate in all applicable safety training sessions. Know the location and contents of the safety manual and the location/use of all applicable safety equipment.
• If needed, participate in government or regulatory agency inspections.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Required Knowledge

• Solid understanding of basic laboratory testing
• Good computer skills and ability to adapt to working in multiple computer systems
• Knowledge of QC and QA
• Knowledge of all areas of the laboratory

Education

• BS in Medical Technology preferred
• OR BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology
• OR Associate’s degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology
• OR previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493.1433 (published March 14, 1990)

Credential Requirements

• Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation)
• U.S.-educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript
• Candidate should possess or be eligible for national certification as MT/MLT from a recognized organization (ASCP or AMT)

Work Experience

• 1 year of clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical laboratory experience in highly complex testing for candidates with BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology
• National and State licensure as required

Special Requirements

• Ability to establish work priorities and handle several procedures simultaneously
• Must interact with other departments
• Contact with clients may be required; good customer service skills are important
• Must protect patient confidentiality at all times

About Pride Health

Pride Health is Pride Global's healthcare staffing branch, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and the industry at large since 2010.

As a minority-owned business, Pride Health delivers exceptional service to its clients and candidates by capitalizing on diverse recruiting, account management, and staffing backgrounds. Our expert team provides tailored and swift sourcing solutions to connect healthcare talent with their dream jobs. Our personalized approach continues to cultivate honest and open relationships, creating an unparalleled environment of trust and loyalty.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates—including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now—are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin,