Medical Laboratory Scientist 2

Job Description

MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST 2

Req #: 248423 Department: LABORATORY MEDICINE AND PATHOLOGY Appointing Department Web Address: https://dlmp.uw.edu/ Job Location: Harborview Medical Center Posting Date: 07/30/2025 Closing Info: Open Until Filled Salary: $7,012 - $10,335 per month. Other Compensation: Union Position: Yes Limited Recruitment: Open to Department employees only
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As an employee you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here.

This recruitment offers a $4,000 Signing Bonus to eligible new employees joining UW Medicine .
The Department of Laboratory Medicine and Pathology has an outstanding opportunity for a Medical Laboratory Scientist 2 .
WORK SCHEDULE

100% FTE (40 hours per week)

Day Shift
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Vacation time and sick time off that accrues monthly, including 12 paid holidays

Fully subsidized public transit pass (U-PASS) that covers multiple forms of public transportation in the region

Excellent healthcare, dental, disability, and retirement plan options

Lots of free fitness, healthy eating, finance, and stress reduction classes offered through the Whole U

State Employee Tuition Exemption Program covering up to 6 credits of qualifying coursework per quarter at the University of Washington or other participating colleges or universities
DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION
The Department of Laboratory Medicine serves as a regional resource for clinical laboratory services required for patient care, research, and educational programs in laboratory medicine. The department now employs 1400 people who work at the award-winning University of Washington Medical Center (ranked among the top medical centers in the United States as rated by U.S. News & World Report), Harborview Medical Center (the region's only Level I Trauma center, known for innovations and excellence in trauma care and its centers of emphasis: Trauma, Burn, Neurosciences, AIDS/STD CARER, and mentally- and medically- vulnerable populations.), and many other clinical and research facilities in the area. The University of Washington (UW) is proud to be one of the nation’s premier educational and research institutions. Our people are the most important asset in our pursuit of achieving excellence in education, research, and community service. Our staff not only enjoys outstanding benefits and professional growth opportunities, but also an environment noted for diversity, community involvement, intellectual excitement, and natural beauty.
RESPONSIBILITIES:

Provide in-depth knowledge and experience in the performance of clinical testing in the Laboratory, such as in routine coagulation, special coagulation, automated cell counts, hemoglobin abnormalities, differential/morphology, manual cell counts, bone marrows, circulating tumor cells, red cell disorder testing, information processing, quality control.

Monitor and evaluate daily quality control statistics and make judgements concerning accuracy, reproducibility and validity of laboratory method. Act as a resource to Medical Laboratory Scientist I’s regarding quality control issues.

Exercise expertise in operating, maintaining, calibrating, troubleshooting and performing corrective maintenance on a variety of laboratory equipment, including sophisticated computerized instruments requiring interpretative knowledge (such as multi-parameter electronic cell counters and automated coagulation analyzers) without supervision.

Have an advanced understanding of the theory and physiological importance of each test. Correlate abnormal results with pathologic and physiologic states to determine validity and reasonableness of data. Identify the technical, instrumental or physiologic cause of problems (such as patient variables or interfering substances).

Serve as a resource for other technologist or medical personnel in investigating problems involving specimen collection or handling, critical values, or abnormal or unusual results. Document actions and findings as necessary.

Schedule and instruct new employees, medical laboratory science students and other students. Prepare teaching materials for training, and provide written evaluations on students. Counsel and provide feedback to students when necessary.

Assist in competency assessment activities for other employees.

Assist lead technologist in monitoring workflow within the laboratory; assist in distributing resources to meet the needs of the laboratory.

Inventory laboratory reagents and consumable items; submit supply orders for approval.

Exhibit strong knowledge of laboratory information system software, and utilize statistical software.

Assist in development and/or evaluation of new procedures and instruments as assigned.

Perform duties of Medical Laboratory Scientist 1.

Perform administrative duties, special projects and related duties as required.

Perform all analysis of blood, body fluids, cells and products with accuracy and precision. Work with attention to detail and with critical review to avoid errors.

Handle heavy workloads and meet test completion deadlines through efficient workload organization.

Display flexibility in adapting to new routines and modifications of work assignments.

Ensure attendance and punctuality meets acceptable requirements. Respond to emergency calls and share overtime and call back responsibilities. May be required to work weekends and holidays.

Maintain competency in all areas, including age-specific competency, knowledge of current procedure revisions, etc.

Use effective time management.

Use resources appropriately – including supplies, instruments and equipment.

Maintain a clean and efficient work area by cleaning benches and equipment and replenishing supplies.

Be aware of compliance and billing issues and follow acceptable practice. Report any observed or suspected compliance violations to area supervisor or department compliance officer.

Maintain a neat and clean appearance and dress according to the laboratory dress code.

Continue education through departmental seminars, journal reading, workshops, etc.

Attend staff meetings and required training as requested.

Demonstrate consideration of patients rights and maintain complete confidentiality of all medical, financial, computers, conversations or other sensitive materials which may jeopardize the privacy of others; use minimum necessary patient identifiable information and only to perform job responsibilities.

May be required to perform venipunctures.

May be required to prepare and process samples for transport and/or testing
REQUIREMENTS:

A bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science with a curriculum accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association AND certification with the American Society of Clinical Pathologist or equivalent
OR

A certification in the specialized field appropriate to the laboratory division
AND

Two years of experience as a Medical Laboratory Scientist I or equivalent. An equivalent degree in a field such as chemistry or microbiology substitute for the Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science.
UW Medicine includes Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Neighborhood Clinics, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, the University of Washington will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

The University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected] .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .

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