Lab Technical Specialist - Point of Care - MLS or MT - Vancouver Clinic

Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am to 4:30pm

C oordinates the design, development and implementation of the Point of Care (POC) testing program. R esponsible for ensuring Point of Care testing activities are performed in a standardized, effective manner while maintaining appropriate licensures and conditions as required by CLIA, OSHA, DOH, and the laboratory quality and compliance CAP checklist.

SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of POC operating procedures and protocols.
• Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments.
• Knowledge of process improvement methodologies and quality control.
• Knowledge of applicable regulations.
• Proficient in method calibration verification and multi-instrument comparison studies.
• Ability to train staff who are not otherwise trained in laboratory technique.
• Skilled at trouble shooting.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor's degree required. Must be in a related field chemical, physical, biological, or medical technology sciences.
• MLS (ASCP) or MT (ASCP) certification or equivalent required.
• Two years of technical experience in non-waived testing in a laboratory setting required.
• Formal experience teaching adult learners preferred.

Pay Range:
$35.81 - $53.71

The above information is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work required in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive description of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of those assigned to this job.

We offer a competitive Total Rewards Program. Eligibility for benefits is dependent on factors such as position type and FTE. Benefit-eligible employees qualify for benefits beginning on the first of the month following one month of employment. Vancouver Clinic offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, long term disability, health savings account, flexible spending account, employee assistance program, and multiple supplemental benefits (voluntary life, critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, legal services, etc.). We also offer a 401k retirement plan, with employer contributions after your first year of employment. Benefits-eligible employees accrue PTO and Personal Time based on hours worked and State worked, totaling 120 hours in the first year for full time staff and 200 hours in the first year for full time supervisors and above, increasing in subsequent years. PTO and Personal Time accruals are pro-rated by FTE/hours worked. Non-benefits eligible employees will accrue Personal Time based on hours worked and State worked. Employees will also enjoy up to six paid holidays per year, depending on schedule. Contact your recruiter for more information.

Vancouver Clinic is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Vancouver Clinic does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

Vancouver Clinic is an alcohol and drug-free workplace. Offers are contingent on successful completion of background screen and immunization requirements.