Medical Laboratory Scientist

Medical Laboratory Scientist
Spokane, WA

Analyze biologic specimens of human origin in order to quantify or qualify clinically relevant properties. Integrate and transmit information so derived in an effort to assist in the diagnosis or monitoring of human disease. Work assignments are generally not given project-by-project; rather, a moderately wide range and variety of work activities and processes are required to bring assignments to completion. Work processes and assignments frequently require the incumbent to interpret and apply operating procedures or technical standards to problems of moderate complexity. 

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or closely related biological or chemical field. 
• 1 year of experience as Medical Laboratory Scientist.
• Certification as Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent.
• Past professional experience must include skills and experience in the following:
  • Laboratory Techniques: Proficiency in performing various laboratory tests and procedures, such as blood analysis, microbiology testing, chemistry, hematology, or molecular diagnostics.
  • Equipment Handling: Experience with laboratory instruments and tools such as microscopes, centrifuges, analyzers, spectrophotometers, and automated diagnostic machines.
  • Data Analysis and Interpretation: Ability to analyze laboratory results, identify trends, and interpret data accurately, often using specialized software for data processing and reporting.
  • Quality Control: Knowledge of maintaining and troubleshooting laboratory equipment, conducting calibration, and ensuring the quality and accuracy of test results through internal validation and external audits.
  • Lab Safety Protocols: Familiarity with laboratory safety regulations, infection control measures, and handling of hazardous materials, ensuring adherence to health and safety standards.
  • Clinical Knowledge: Understanding of clinical pathology and laboratory medicine, including the ability to work with laboratory tests that diagnose or monitor medical conditions.
  • Documentation and Reporting: Experience in documenting lab results, maintaining patient records, and creating reports in accordance with clinical and regulatory standards.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Familiarity with healthcare regulations such as HIPAA (in the U.S.) or other local standards, ensuring the lab operates within legal and ethical boundaries.
  • Use of Laboratory Information Systems (LIS): Proficiency in using LIS software to manage test results, track patient data, and generate reports.
  • Sterilization and Sample Preparation: Experience in preparing and storing samples, as well as sterilizing tools and equipment to prevent contamination

Why Join Providence?  
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities. 

Providence has been serving the Inland Northwest since 1886 when Mother Joseph and the Sisters of Providence founded Sacred Heart Medical Center. Today, Providence is the largest health care provider in Washington located in communities large and small across the state. In eastern Washington, Providence provides care throughout Spokane, Stevens and Walla Walla counties.

Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network also provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care.

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