Medical Technologist, ASCP in Bellingham, Washington at Family Care Network

Title: Medical Technologist, ASCP

Location: Laboratory Services

City: Bellingham, WA

Position: Per Diem, 4-10 hours per week; non-exempt (hourly).

• Microbiology weekend rotation: approximately 2:00pm - 7:00pm

Compensation:

• The full wage scale for a Non-Registered Medical Laboratory Technician is 22.34 - $30.67 per hour.
• The full wage scale for a Medical Laboratory Technician is $25.75 - $35.45 per hour.
• The full wage scale for a Medical Technologist is $30.87 - $45.48 per hour.

*Placement within the wage range is determined by a candidate’s relevant experience.

Benefits: At FCN, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and that of your family, with flexibility and quality care.

Health Benefits:

• Three Medical plan options
• Two Dental plans, including orthodontia for children and adults
• Employer-paid Vision coverage for employee and family
• Expanded Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental health programs, including wellness and discounted gym memberships
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA), Healthcare and Dependent Care
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with an employer contribution of $1,500 (pro-rated based on enrollment eligibility)
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), up to $1,500 ($3,000 for family coverage)
• Employer-paid Life/AD&D insurance with optional supplemental additional coverage including a guaranteed issue amount with no health questionnaire
• Voluntary Accident and Hospital insurance plans with annual wellness benefits

*Eligibility for these benefits depends on your full-time or part-time status.

Time Off & Wellness:

• Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Sick Leave (PSL), and Extended Illness Bank (EIB) to support your vacation, health, and personal needs
• PTO, PSL, and EIB accrue starting on your first day, and you can use paid time off after the applicable days of employment
• Full-time employees generally begin earning 18 days of PTO, increasing 33 days over time per our PTO policy. You can rollover unlimited PTO hours into the next year.
• PSL accrues at 1 hour per 40 hours worked
• EIB accrues up to 32 hours per year (pro-rated based on hours worked) for both part-time and full-time employees, with a maximum of 480 hours

Retirement:

• 401(k) plan with employer match, both Traditional and Roth options available
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan
• Free financial planning guidance to support your retirement goals

*Eligibility for these programs is based on your years of service and required hours.

Additional Benefits:

• Eligibility for FCN applicable bonuses

Job Summary

Under the supervision of the Laboratory Services Manager, performs test analysis on patient specimens including blood, urine, culture samples and other body fluids. Performs test analysis on quality control samples, proficiency samples and performs equipment maintenance. Performs all duties in a manner that promotes and supports the Core Values of the Family Care Network.

Essential Job Functions

• Evaluates integrity of specimen, follows up on unacceptable specimens, and performs requested testing, follow-up studies, dilutions, calculation and organism work-up as necessary.
• Reviews monthly quality control data including daily QC, peer group analysis and proficiency testing.
• Completes work documents and the communicating of “criticals and stats” according to dept. guidelines.
• Performs and evaluates analysis of quality control, proficiency specimens and patient specimens.
• Resolves issues with instrumentation using resources at hand and/or calling the appropriate hotline in a timely manner.
• Consistently meets expected turnaround times.
• Consistently leaves work area clean and organized.
• Participates in evaluating laboratory competency.
• Reviews batches of patient tests and identifies the issues to be addressed.
• Correlates laboratory results with pathologic and physiologic states to determine whether follow up should be done to confirm aberrant results.
• Communicates with physicians, AHPs, managers, clinical staff and processors.
• Maintains confidentiality of records or medical center information at all times.
• Consistently meets quality standards and compliance with FCN standards and within appropriate scope of practice.
• Seeks assistance as needed and asks questions in a timely manner and to appropriate staff.
• Ensures timely renewal of certification.
• Performs delegated functions using established procedures, policies, guidelines, and standards per FCN standards and Washington State Dept. of Health scope of practice guidelines.
• Adheres to assigned work schedule (attendance and punctuality).
• Additional duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Applies universal safety precautions.
• Responds quickly and handles multiple deadlines and priorities.
• Proven verbal and written communication skills.
• Works independently.
• Works alternates shifts when necessary.
• Performs the physical/functional requirements of the position.
• Discerns and maintains confidentiality.
• Models a positive work ethic and customer friendly relations.
• Solves problems, issues and concerns in a professional manner.
• Excellent computer skills and proficiency working with MS Word, Excel, email and Databases.
• Other duties as assigned.

About FCN: As an independent, locally owned, physician-run network of family medicine providers, we are passionate about our community's well-being. We take the time to build strong, long-term relationships with our patients and our employees. We have 12 clinics and 3 urgent care centers in Whatcom and Skagit County, in a beautiful corner of northwest Washington where the mountains meet the sea. Family Care Network offers an innovative and rewarding work environment, with a strong patient focus and a fulfilling mission.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor Degree – Medical Technology or related science.
• ASCP or equivalently licensed as a Medical Technologist
• Microbiology experience required

Physical Requirements: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to: climb stairs; balance, stoop, kneel, crouch. Employee is regularly required to: stand; walk and sit for long periods of time; use hand to finger coordination, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee must be able to lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, the ability to adjust, focus and discern colors.

Immunization Requirements: Employees are required to meet immunization standards in accordance with federal, state, and organizational health and safety guidelines, as applicable to the role. A simple process is in place for employees to request exemptions for medical or religious reasons.

Family Care Network is a Drug-Free, Equal Opportunity Employer.