Clinical Laboratory Technician 2, UWMC Microbiology Lab

Job Description

Who were looking for:

The UW Medicine - Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology (DLMP) in Seattle WA has a fantastic opportunity for a Clinical Laboratory Technician (CLT) 2 with the Microbiology Team at the University of Washington Medical Center Montlake.

CLT 2s in the Microbiology Laboratory are experienced specimen processors that provide excellent patient care by performing inventory ordering receiving and quality control on supplies.

Work schedule:

• FTE 100%
• Monday - Friday with rotating weekends and holidays
• Midnight shift
• Renton Location

What youll contribute:

• Useshc1 to track and resolve problemsregardingspecimen quality including labelingstabilityand tube questions to AD Medical Laboratory Scientistor Setup Medical Laboratory Scientist Lead.
• Monitorstrainingof new employees and students and assesses status at the completion of the training.
• Performs or guides other qualified employees in doing direct observations for annual competency assessments.
• Performs blood culture volumemonitoringquarterly andprepares the data to be sent to responsible areas.
• Inventoriesreagents in setup.
• Sets upqualitycontrol on mediaor forreagentswhen the CLT Lead is not available.
• Trained in inventory andpurchasing when the CLT Lead is not available.
• Ensures the procedures and documents inMedialab are up to minor edits to procedures. Reviews any major procedure changes. Keeps the printed backup for allmanualup to date.
• Helps create the annual competency quizzes and any new procedure quizzes.
• Be a resource for CLT 1s.

Also performs CLT 1 duties:

• Possesses working knowledgeof the laboratory information system including accessioning test requests trackingspecimensand looking up results.
• Batches and un-batches specimens from other divisions and transports them appropriately.
• Operatesthe WASP to process approved specimens performs daily and monthly maintenance and troubleshoot errors.
• Processes bacterial and fungal cultures for all specimen types
• Prepares and stains direct smears including but not limited to Gram stains KOH prepsTrichromes and malaria preps.
• Answersphone calls and directs questions toappropriate personnel.
• Interacts with health care providers and responds to questions concerning specimens in a professional manner.
• Trouble shoots specimenissues and enters cases in hc1.
• Follows procedures andknowswhere to find information inMediaLab.
• Collects and cleans glasswarecollects and disposes ofbiological waste and unpacks supplies and reagents.
• Possess working knowledge of the operation maintenance and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment such as the biological safetycabinet centrifuges cytocentrifuges stomachers fume hoods incubators dry bathsrefrigeratorsand freezers.
• Sets up bacterial susceptibility testing including disk diffusion gradientstripsand microtiter panels.
• Communicates with co-workers so that specimen processing flows smoothly through breaks and between shifts.
• Demonstratesa helpfulcourteousand respectful manner with co-workers.
• Keeps work area cleanorganizedand stocked.

What youll need:

• High school graduation or equivalent AND two years of chemical clinical or public health laboratory experience.
• Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements such as a license certification and/or registration.

What we offer:

• Vacation time and sick time off that accrue monthly including 12 paid holidays.
• State Employee Tuition Exemption Program covering up to 6 credits of qualifying coursework per quarter at the University of Washington or other participating colleges or universities.
• Fully subsidized public transit pass (U-PASS) that covers multiple forms of public transportation in the region.
• Excellent healthcare dental disability retirement and other plan options.
• Lots of free fantastic fitness healthy eating finance and stress reduction classes offered through the Whole U.
• And much more!

About the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology:

A regional resource for clinical laboratory services required for innovative patient care research and educational programs the Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathology at UW Medicine combines the sophisticated testing and informatics capabilities of fully accredited laboratories with the resources of an academic institution in its delivery of clinical and anatomic pathology services. Recognized for excellence in clinical training world-class research initiatives and a commitment to community service we serve labs and medical facilities both nationally and internationally.

Please visit our website to learn more about our department.

About UW Medicine:

UW Medicine is Washingtons only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicines mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region and preparing tomorrows physicians scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful welcoming environment where every patient family student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29000 healthcare professionals researchers and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that include Harborview Medical Center UW Medical Center - Montlake UW Medical Center - Northwest Valley Medical Center UW Medicine Primary Care UW Physicians UW School of Medicine and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation Benefits and Position Details

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About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier return they enjoy outstanding benefits opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity intellectual excitement artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race color creed religion national origin citizenship sex pregnancy age marital status sexual orientation gender identity or expression genetic information disability or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81.

To request disability accommodation in the application process contact the Disability Services Office at or .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.