MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST 1 OR TRAINEE
Req #: | 173094 |
Department: | LABORATORY MEDICINE |
Job Location: | UW Medical Center |
Posting Date: | 10/14/2019 |
Closing Info: | Open Until Filled |
Salary: | MLS 1: $4,866 - $7,173 per month / MLS Trainee: $4,675 - $6,896 per month |
Union Position: | Yes |
Shift: | First Shift |
The Laboratory Medicine department has an outstanding full-time opportunity for a Medical Laboratory Scientist 1 or Trainee. The person in this role will perform and/or provide high level support at a professional level and performance of moderate to high complexity manual and automated clinical chemistry diagnostic tests used in the screening, diagnosing, and treating of pathological conditions. MLS 1 rotates and maintains competency in all sections where he/she has been trained. Follows safety/biohazards procedures and practices “Universal Precautions” at all times.
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REQUIREMENTS:
This position will be offered as a Medical Laboratory Scientist 1 or Medical Laboratory Scientist Trainee dependent upon the qualifications of the selected candidate.
Requirements for Medical Laboratory Scientist Trainee:
Accredited Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science OR equivalent education/experience,
AND
Eligible to take the Medical Laboratory Science certification examination from the American Society for Clinical Pathology, with successful completion and certification within one year from date of hire. Failure of Medical Laboratory Science graduates to attain certification within one year of date of hire will result in a recommendation for termination.
Requirements for Medical Laboratory Scientist 1:
Accredited Bachelor's Degree in Medical Laboratory Science OR equivalent education/experience,
AND
Current Medical Laboratory Science certification with the American Society for Clinical Pathology or equivalent certifying organization; or certification with specialty organization appropriate to the laboratory division,
AND
One year of experience as a Medical Laboratory Scientist Trainee. Up to one year of on-the-job experience performing clinical testing in a Medical Laboratory Science Program externship may count towards the experience requirement.
This position provides opportunities to work in a fast-paced, challenging, diverse and rewarding environment. As an employee you will enjoy generous benefits and work/life programs. For detailed information on Benefits for this position, click here.
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