Medical Laboratory Scientist

Medical Laboratory Scientist

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation's largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 158 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings.

As CommonSpirit Health, we make the healing presence of God known in our world by improving the health of the people we serve, especially those who are vulnerable, while we advance social justice for all.

The posted compensation range of $44.17 - $63.41/hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting. CommonSpirit may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law.

As our Medical Laboratory Scientist, you will be instrumental in delivering accurate and timely diagnostic results that directly impact patient care. You will perform a diverse range of complex laboratory tests, ensuring the highest standards of quality, precision, and efficiency, and contribute significantly to critical healthcare decisions within our state-of-the-art facility.

Every day you will analyze biological specimens using advanced instrumentation and manual techniques across various disciplines, including Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, and Immunohematology. You will meticulously interpret and validate test results, ensuring their accuracy and correlation with clinical data, and diligently troubleshoot equipment and resolve technical issues to maintain continuous laboratory operations.

To be successful in this role, you will apply your in-depth knowledge of laboratory medicine to recognize abnormal results and critical values, promptly communicating findings to physicians and healthcare teams. Your commitment to continuous learning and professional development will be key as you maintain your ASCP certification and adapt to evolving laboratory technologies and methodologies.

Diagnostic Testing: Perform waived, moderately, and highly complex laboratory tests while adhering to Standard Operating Procedures to ensure accurate and timely reporting.

Quality Assurance & Compliance: Execute rigorous calibration, quality control, and proficiency testing to maintain accuracy and full adherence to all regulatory requirements.

Technical Operations: Manage major automated equipment through routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and vendor coordination, while assisting in the validation of new procedures and technology.

Clinical Excellence: Provide high-quality patient care by correlating clinical results, identifying testing trends, and ensuring the immediate communication of critical values to medical staff.

Operational Support: Maintain efficient laboratory workflow by managing supply inventory, resolving issues before shift transitions, and contributing to the training of staff and students.

Professional Engagement: Represent the organization with professionalism and "HumanKindness" in all communications while actively pursuing continuing education to enhance technical proficiency.

Required

• Bachelor's Degree in a biological or chemical science as defined by CLIA
• Required Licensure and Certifications:
• California: CLS:CA
• Nevada: CLS:NV or GS:NV
• North Dakota: MT-L:ND
• Tennessee: MT-L:TN or MT ASCP or equivalent certification
• Georgia: MT ASCP or equivalent certification
• Other state license not required
• Must be appropriately trained in clinical laboratory science as evaluated by the Director of the Clinical Laboratory

Preferred

• MLS (ASCP) or equivalent

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health brings together two award winning health systems in Washington state - CHI Franciscan and Virginia Mason. As one integrated health system with the most patient access points in western Washington our team includes 18,000 staff and nearly 5,000 employed physicians and affiliated providers. At Virginia Mason Franciscan Health you will find the safest and highest quality of care provided by our expert, compassionate medical care team at 11 hospitals and nearly 300 sites throughout the greater Puget Sound region.

Depending on the position offered, CommonSpirit Health offers a generous benefit package, including but not limited to medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans, life insurance, paid time off (full-time benefit eligible team members may receive a minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually), tuition reimbursement, retirement plan benefit(s) including, but not limited to, 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings, as may be amended from time to time.