Medical Laboratory Scientist

CommonSpirit Health; Silverdale (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist to perform a broad range of laboratory tests across hematology, chemistry, and microbiology. You will ensure accurate, timely results and play a key role in clinical decision support by correlating results and notifying caregivers of critical values.

The role requires a strong scientific foundation, meticulous attention to detail, and strict regulatory adherence, with responsibilities spanning instrument maintenance,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biological or chemical science required by CLIA.
• Strong scientific foundation and advanced technical proficiency expected.
• Commitment to accuracy and regulatory adherence required.

Responsibilities

• Performs waived, moderately complex, and highly complex tests on patient specimens following SOPs to ensure accurate reporting.
• Provides clinical correlation of results and notifies caregivers of critical values within turn-around times.
• Maintains and troubleshoots major automated equipment; contacts vendors for repair when needed.
• Performs calibration and quality control procedures and documents results.
• Participates in proficiency testing and reviews results with laboratory leads.
• Assists in evaluating and documenting validation of new procedures and equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Regulatory compliance

Analytical reasoning

Problem-solving

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in biological/chemical science (CLIA)

Clinical Laboratory Scientist certification

Medical Laboratory Scientist - ASCP

Tools

Hematology analyzers

Chemistry analyzers

Microbiology instruments

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Medical Lab Scientist, you will be a critical diagnostic expert, performing complex laboratory tests to ensure accurate, timely results vital for patient diagnosis and treatment.

Every day, you will execute a wide range of analytical procedures across various lab disciplines (hematology, chemistry, microbiology, etc.). You'll analyze specimens, operate/maintain instruments, interpret results, and conduct quality control, providing crucial data for clinical decisions.

To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate a strong scientific foundation, advanced technical proficiency, exceptional problem-solving skills, and meticulous attention to detail. Your paramount commitment will be to accuracy and regulatory adherence.

• Performs and reports waived, moderately complex, and highly complex test procedures on patient specimens adhering to the Section’s Standard Operating Procedures to ensure accurate and timely reporting
• Provides excellent patient care through clinical correlation of results, identification of patterns of bias, rapid notification of appropriate caregivers of critical values, and completion of testing within established turn-around-time limits
• Ensures that major automated equipment is operational by performing required maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting procedures; including contacting of instrument vendor for assistance or repair
• Performs required calibration and quality control procedures and maintains records to ensure tests are being performed within established parameters
• Performs proficiency testing as assigned and review results with laboratory clinical leaders
• Assists in evaluation and generation of compliant documentation for the validation of new procedures and equipment to provide the physician with the most current laboratory technology

Job Requirements

Required

• Bachelors Of Science in a biological or chemical science as defined by CLIA.

Preferred

• International Medical Laboratory Scientist
• Blood Banking
• Chemistry - ASCP
• Clinical Laboratory Scientist
• Clinical Laboratory Technologist
• Technologist in Molecular Biology
• Medical Laboratory Scientist - Med Technologist
• Medical Technologist AAB
• Technologist in Microbiology
• Medical Technologist AMT
• Specialist in Hematology
• Specialist in Microbiology
• Med Technologist - ASCP
• Histotechnologist

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.