Lead Medical Lab Scientist - UFCW in Kirkland, Washington at EvergreenHealth

Wage Range: $40.38 - $67.34 per hour

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Job Summary:

Ensures quality specimens for laboratory testing. Operates system/methodologies in order to produce timely and accurate test results for patients, QC, and proficiency testing. Reports clinical data accurately and efficiently so that caregivers receive timely patient information. Participates in growth opportunities to enhance personal, team and department development.

In the absence of a technical coordinator or supervisor, provides high level, complex support to medical technologists, medical laboratory technicians and clinical laboratory assistants. Responsible for knowing the Laboratory goals and interests and provides and/or coordinates functions involved with quality improvement processes, programs and services. Demonstrates knowledge with proven track record of minimal errors; acts as a mentor, preceptor and trainer to lead respective team to higher level of performance. Fulfils all of the job functions and responsibilities of the Med Technologist- ASCP-UFCW

Primary Duties:

1. Performs required QC and preventative maintenance, including corrective action and documentation, for all procedures and instrumentation.
2. Minimizes department expenses by using resources efficiently, avoiding urgent supply requests and inventory loss due to expiration.
3. Performs complex troubleshooting.
4. Reports accurate results in order to minimize the use of corrected reports that could have an adverse effect on patient care.
5. Uses computer skills to evaluate data, document actions, control workflow, use computer monitors (delta check, previous results) enters comments, pulls/clears pending lists, reviews computer reports.
6. Works to improve and expand the skill set of others by assisting with training students and employees, reviews others work; cross trains and proactively assists others.
7. Acts as a resource to coworkers and customers for technical questions. Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of technical and administrative tasks (i.e. writing procedures, clerical processing) associated with the assigned areas of responsibility.
8. Performs other duties as assigned.

License, Certification, Education or Experience:

REQUIRED for the position:

• MT(ACSCP) or equivalent certification in good standing required.
• Bachelor of science and completion of an accredited laboratory science program

DESIRED for the position:

• Previous supervisory/lead/leadership experience

Benefit Information:
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At EvergreenHealth, we appreciate our employees commitment and contribution to our success. We are proud to offer a suite of quality benefits and resources that are comprehensive, flexible, and competitive to help our staff and their loved ones maintain and improve health and financial well-being.

• Medical, vision and dental insurance
• On-demand virtual health care
• Health Savings Account
• Flexible Spending Account
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement plans 457(b) and 401(a) with employer contribution)
• Tuition assistance for undergraduate and graduate degrees
• Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness program
• Paid Time Off/Vacation
• Extended Illness Bank/Sick Leave
• Paid holidays
• Voluntary hospital indemnity insurance
• Voluntary identity theft protection
• Voluntary legal insurance
• Pay in lieu of benefits premium program
• Free parking
• Commuter benefits
• Cafeteria & Gift Shop Discount

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This position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement between EvergreenHealth and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) Healthcare 1199NW.