Per Diem / PRN Medical Lab Technician - $32-55 per hour

Company: Valley Medical Center
Location: Renton
Posted on: January 21, 2025

Job Description:

Valley Medical Center is seeking a per diem / prn Medical Lab Technician for a per diem / prn job in Renton, Washington.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Medical Lab Technician
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Duration: Ongoing
• Employment Type: Per Diem
  Job Description:
  
  
  JOB DESCRIPTION
  
  The position description is a guide to the critical duties and essential functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands, and work environment conditions. Position descriptions are reviewed and revised to meet the changing needs of the organization.
  
  TITLE: Medical Lab Technician
  
  JOB OVERVIEW: Performs routine tests and analyses according to established procedures.
  
  DEPARTMENT: Laboratory
  
  WORK HOURS: As assigned
  
  REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Manager or Director Laboratory
  
  PREREQUISITES:
  
  
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  Certification by ASCP, AMT or NCA as a Medical Laboratory Technician or Clinical Laboratory Technician and Associate degree of science with equivalent certification.
  
  
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  ASCP, AMT or NCA Registry eligible Medical Laboratory Technician will be considered but must receive their certification within 12 months of hire.
  
  
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  Must provide proof of academic diploma, transcript, or primary source verification (PSV) report confirming credentials
  
  
  
  QUALIFICATIONS:
  
  
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  One year of recent hospital or Clinical Reference Lab experience as a generalist preferred performing moderate to high complexity testing.
  
  
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  Ability to prioritize workload and assist co-workers as needed to meet established lab turnaround times.
  
  
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  Demonstrates effective interpersonal and communication skills in a diverse population.
  
  
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  Demonstrates good decision making and problem-solving skills.
  
  
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  Able to communicate effectively in oral and written form in the English language.
  
  
  
  UNIQUE PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENT AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
  
  
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  Frequent exposure to blood and body fluids
  
  
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  Possible exposure to infectious specimens, communicable diseases, toxic substances, and other conditions common to a laboratory environment.
  
  
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  Required to wear Personal Protective Equipment, PPE, as appropriate.
  
  
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  Frequent interaction with a diverse population including team members and other customers.
  
  
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  Requires occasional lifting up to 50 lbs.
  
  
  
  PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
  
  
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  Generic Job Functions: See Generic Job Description for Clinical Partner.
  
  
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  Essential Responsibilities and Competencies:
  
  
  
  
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  Performs all STAT and routine clinical testing according to established standards and completes analysis within established time frames 90% of the time.
  
  
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  Performs, records and reviews Quality Control Analysis according to established standards and takes appropriate corrective action when there is a variance in QC.
  
  
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  Performs proficiency testing such as CAP surveys.
  
  
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  Maintains and troubleshoots instruments and equipment and document such according to established protocols.
  
  
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  Reviews and evaluates lab reports for clarity, accuracy, timeliness.
  
  
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  Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and take necessary corrective action according to established protocols under the guidance of the Lead.
  
  
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  Receives all reagents and supplies according to standards.
  
  
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  Participates in specimen procurement, specimen handling and specimen processing.
  
  
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  May participate in training/orientation of MLT students and new employees.
  
  
  
  
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  Demonstrates behavior consistent with Valley Values.
  
  
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  Proven History of good performance.
  
  
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  Proven History of good attendance.
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
  Revised: 3/07, 9/10, 11/22, 11/23
  Grade: UFCWPTMLT
  FLSA: NE
  CC: 7072UW Medicine Valley Medical Center Job ID #2025-0039. Posted job title: Medical Lab TechnicianAbout Valley Medical CenterAt Valley Medical Center, we witness the extraordinary power of life in every facet of our work. It's a humbling and inspiring experience that continually reinforces our purpose: caring for people. Situated south of downtown Seattle, Valley Medical Center has been a cornerstone of Renton since its early beginnings in 1911. As the largest nonprofit healthcare provider between Seattle and Tacoma, we extend beyond the hospital walls, operating a network of over forty primary care, urgent care, and specialty clinics throughout South King County.
  Valley plays a pivotal role in preserving and enhancing the health of our community. United by core values of compassion, respect, trust, and teamwork, we share a genuine passion for helping others, both patients and colleagues. By joining Valley, you become part of a remarkable and dedicated team committed to caring for our community and one another. If this excites and motivates you, consider joining our team!

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