Medical Laboratory Scientist: Precision Diagnostics

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health; Port Orchard (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist to perform a wide range of analytical tests across multiple lab disciplines, including hematology, chemistry, and microbiology. You will analyze specimens, operate instruments, interpret results, and ensure accuracy with strict quality control and regulatory adherence.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, calibrating procedures, and communicating critical values to caregivers within turnaround times.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s of Science in a biological or chemical science as defined by CLIA, upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs waived, moderately complex, and highly complex test procedures on patient specimens following SOPs.
• Provides patient care through clinical correlation of results and rapid notification of critical values.
• Maintains major automated equipment by performing calibration, maintenance and troubleshooting.

Education

Bachelor’s of Science in a biological or chemical science as defined by CLIA.

Job description

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist to perform a wide range of analytical tests across multiple lab disciplines, including hematology, chemistry, and microbiology. You will analyze specimens, operate instruments, interpret results, and ensure accuracy with strict quality control and regulatory adherence.

Responsibilities include maintaining equipment, calibrating procedures, and communicating critical values to caregivers within turnaround times.