Clinical Technologist I - Certified

Overview Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center is an independent, nonprofit organization providing adult cancer treatment and groundbreaking research focused on cancer and infectious diseases. Based in Seattle, Fred Hutch is the only National Cancer Institute-designated cancer center in Washington. With a track record of global leadership in bone marrow transplantation, HIV/AIDS prevention, immunotherapy and COVID-19 vaccines, Fred Hutch has earned a reputation as one of the world’s leading cancer, infectious disease and biomedical research centers. Fred Hutch operates eight clinical care sites that provide medical oncology, infusion, radiation, proton therapy and related services, and network affiliations with hospitals in five states. Together, our fully integrated research and clinical care teams seek to discover new cures to the world’s deadliest diseases and make life beyond cancer a reality. At Fred Hutch we value collaboration, compassion, determination, excellence, innovation, integrity and respect. Our mission is directly tied to the humanity, dignity and inherent value of each employee, patient, community member and supporter. Our commitment to learning across our differences and similarities make us stronger. We seek employees who bring different and innovative ways of seeing the world and solving problems. The Clinical Technologist I, certified performs lab tests, and processes on patient samples or products which involves operating analytical instruments, compiling and verifying the accuracy of clinical data and complying with the laboratory QA/QC program. This position is located at the Fred Hutch South Lake Union campus at 825 Eastlake Ave E., Seattle WA 98109. 1.0 FTE Full TIme - Fully Onsite - Variable Shifts Sun through Saturday and Holidays based on department need Responsibilities Handles biological specimens and products; performs clinical assays and lab processes by following the Standard Operating Procedures. Operates analytical instruments, compiles and analyzes clinical data, verifies its accuracy, and reports results. Performs laboratory quality controls measurements. Prepares reagents and materials for clinical procedures. Enters patient and specimen information and results in the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Performs regular maintenance and troubleshooting on analytical instruments. Qualifications Required Bachelor's degree in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution or a Bachelor's degree and equivalent education and training as defined in 42CFR493.1489(b)(3). Must meet the CLIA education requirements for a high complexity testing. Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist/Histocompatibility Technologist or equivalent certification with certified maintenance (as required by individual certification) of continuing education through ASCP, AMT, AAB, ABHI or equivalent agency. Proficiency with email, spreadsheets, and word processing. Manual computation skills Ability to communicate verbally in person, on the phone, and in writing in a clear, concise and professional manner. Attention to detail Ability to work in a high pressure, time-sensitive, and complex health care environment. Ability to identify and triage issues appropriately. Familiarity with medical terminology Must be able to differentiate between colors and pass a standardized color vision screen to perform this role Preferred Prefer at least 1 year of laboratory training or experience, or both, in high complexity testing in hematology and/or chemistry. Meets the CLIA training and experience requirements for a high complexity general supervisor in hematology and/or chemistry. The hourly pay range for this position is from $38.69 to $58.02 and pay offered will be based on experience and qualifications. 1.0 FTE Full TIme - Fully Onsite - Variable Shifts Sun through Saturday and Holidays based on department need Although Fred Hutch is not sponsoring most H-1B visas at this time, candidates who already hold an H-1B sponsored by another organization and are currently in the U.S. may be eligible for this position. Benefits medical/vision dental flexible spending accounts life disability retirement family life support employee assistance program onsite health clinic tuition reimbursement paid vacation (12-22 days per year) paid sick leave (12-25 days per year) paid holidays (13 days per year) paid parental leave (up to 4 weeks) Additional Information We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Vietnam Era Veterans Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRAA) Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ancestry, national origin, sex, age, disability (physical or mental), marital or veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, political ideology, or membership in any other legally protected class. We desire priority referrals of protected veterans. 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