Microbiology MLS Trainee — Grow Your Lab Career (Renton)

UW Advancement Careers; Renton (WA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Transit pass (U‑PASS)

Healthcare benefits

Tuition exemption

Wellness and fitness programs

Job summary

UW Medicine – Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology in Renton, WA is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist Trainee/1 with the Microbiology Team at the Renton Central Lab. The role offers exposure to a diverse test menu and opportunity to advance technical expertise within a state-of-the-art facility.

The MLS Trainee is expected to complete ASCP certification within 18 months of hire, and will rotate through sections while building competency and contributing to high-quality diagnostic

Qualifications

• Accredited bachelor’s degree in medical laboratory science OR equivalent education/experience.
• Eligible to take MLS or CS CP certification within 18 months from date of hire.

Responsibilities

• Prepares, evaluates, and reports direct smears including Gram stains and Wright/Giemsa.
• Performs tests for identification of bacteria, yeast, mold and parasites per protocols; conducts susceptibility testing as required.
• Performs serological procedures including PCR, EIA, latex agglutinations.
• Rotates and maintains competency in all trained sections and operates a variety of lab equipment.
• Maintains knowledge of LIS and can train others in its use.
• Adheres to quality control and reporting policies and documents results accurately.
• Interacts with health care providers professionally and handles critical/reportable results per policy.
• Assists with evaluation of new tests/equipment and research projects as needed.
• Trains new staff and students; participates in continuing education and CAP proficiency surveys.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science

ASCP eligibility within 18 months from hire

Job description

UW Medicine – Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology in Renton, WA is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist Trainee/1 with the Microbiology Team at the Renton Central Lab. The role offers exposure to a diverse test menu and opportunity to advance technical expertise within a state-of-the-art facility.

The MLS Trainee is expected to complete ASCP certification within 18 months of hire, and will rotate through sections while building competency and contributing to high-quality diagnostic