Medical Laboratory Scientist

CommonSpirit Health; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health? joins Virginia Mason Franciscan Health to deliver accurate diagnostic results in a state-of-the-art laboratory, performing tests across Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology and Immunohematology with precision and speed.

You will interpret results, correlate with clinical data, troubleshoot equipment, and communicate critical findings to physicians. A BS in a biological or chemical science is required; MLS (ASCP) or equivalent preferred, with active ASCP certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a biological or chemical science as defined by CLIA.
• MLS (ASCP) or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform a diverse range of complex laboratory tests across Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, and Immunohematology.
• Interpret and validate test results, correlating with clinical data.
• Troubleshoot equipment and maintain continuous laboratory operations.

Education

Bachelor's degree in biological or chemical science (CLIA defined)

MLS (ASCP) or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our* Medical Laboratory Scientis*t, you will be instrumental in delivering accurate and timely diagnostic results that directly impact patient care. You will perform a diverse range of complex laboratory tests, ensuring the highest standards of quality, precision, and efficiency, and contribute significantly to critical healthcare decisions within our state-of-the-art facility.

Every day you will analyze biological specimens using advanced instrumentation and manual techniques across various disciplines, including Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, and Immunohematology. You will meticulously interpret and validate test results, ensuring their accuracy and correlation with clinical data, and diligently troubleshoot equipment and resolve technical issues to maintain continuous laboratory operations.

To be successful in this role, you will apply your in-depth knowledge of laboratory medicine to recognize abnormal results and critical values, promptly communicating findings to physicians and healthcare teams. Your commitment to continuous learning and professional development will be key as you maintain your ASCP certification and adapt to evolving laboratory technologies and methodologies.

Job Requirements Required

• Bachelor's Degree in a biological or chemical science as defined by CLIA
  

Preferred

• MLS (ASCP) or equivalent
  

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award winning health systems in Washington state - CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers. At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region.

Pay Range

$44.17 - $63.41 /hour