Description
Clinical/Medical Technologist 2
Western State Hospital is seeking to hire a Clinical/Medical Technologist 2 at our Western State Hospital Laboratory.
You'll use your laboratory expertise in specialty procedures, including phlebotomy, and all tasks to keep the laboratory functioning as a College of American Pathologists accredited facility.
We value your teamwork!
This is an opportunity to gain great benefits and experience ideal working conditions.
Join us today in our mission to Transform Lives!
Opportunities performed on-site at this work location at least three days a week may be eligible for an additional 5% premium pay in addition to the advertised salary.
Pierce County employees are eligible to receive an Orca Card for transportation needs
The work shift is 10:00 a.
m.
- 6:30 p.
m.
, Monday - Friday.
Typical Work:
Perform microscopic examination of peripheral blood smear and urine sediments
Analyze complex patient testing in all areas of the laboratory: hematology, chemistry, immunology, and urinalysis
Perform Phlebotomy
Operate and maintain analyzers, instruments, and equipment
Provide billing (CPT) codes for the tests performed daily
We're looking for those with:
A bachelor's degree in Medical Technology with a curriculum accredited by the Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation of the American Medical Association (or equivalent experience)
And 2 years of experience as a Clinical/Medical Technologist 1 or equivalent experience/education in Medical Technology/Clinical Laboratory Science
And a certification with American Society of Clinical Pathologists (Medical Technologist, Medical Laboratory Technician, or Medical Laboratory Scientist) or equivalent (e.
g.
, American Medical Technologists)
And a valid Washington State Dept.
of Health Medical Assistant Phlebotomist certification
Our Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) mission to Transform Lives requires that we come together with a sense of belonging, common purpose, shared values and meaningful work.
It is crucial to our agency’s mission that you bring an equity, anti-racism and social justice commitment to your work with DSHS.
We strive to create greater access and affirming representation of the communities we serve, including Black, Indigenous and People of Color, people with physical, behavioral health, and intellectual disabilities, elders, LGBTQIA+ individuals, immigrants and refugees, and families building financial security.
If you have questions about the application process, email Anthony Distefano, Recruiter, at distear@dshs.
wa.
gov and reference job number 03842
Supplemental Information
Prior to a new hire, a background check including criminal record history may be conducted.
Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the job.
This announcement may be used to fill multiple vacancies.
Employees driving on state business must have a valid driver's license.
Employees driving a privately owned vehicle on state business must have liability insurance on the privately owned vehicle.
Washington State Department of Social and Health Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in any area of employment, its programs or services on the basis of age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity/expression, marital status, race, creed, color, national origin, religion or beliefs, political affiliation, military status, honorably discharged veteran, Vietnam Era, recently separated or other protected veteran status, the presence of any sensory, mental, physical disability or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal by a person with a disability, equal pay or genetic information.
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