Laboratory Technologist, Renton, Washington

Laboratory Technologist NW

Location: Renton, WA

Department: QC Laboratory

Clinical Status: Clinical

Job Type: Full-time

Shift: 10:15 AM -7:00 PM Mon - Fri for office hours.Various assigned shifts, hours may vary; includes rotating call,weekends,and/orholidays; additional overtime required.

LifeNet Health, headquartered in Virginia Beach, Virginia, is the largest nonprofit organ procurement organization (OPO) and tissue processor in the United States, as well as a leading innovator in tissue engineering and regenerative medicine. Our goal is to improve the quality of human life through the provision of organs, tissues and cells for transplantation; to provide innovation in the fields of bio-implants, regenerative medicine and research; and, to serve the community with educational and support services that enhance the donation process. LifeNet Health has over 1200 employees and has a growing global presence.

How you will contribute to LifeNet Healths success:

Laboratory Technologists perform moderately to highly complex laboratory testing in microbiology, chemistry, analytics, and non-clinical (industrial) procedures. This position maintains quality records,initiatesreporting, coordinates, executes, and assists in the design, development, and revision of technical training and staff development programs for the department. Supports the CAPA (Corrective Action Preventative Action) process by applying technical and quality skills to assist in conducting investigations. Partners with other departments as needed to ensure appropriate and timely analysis, root cause, impact assessment, and corrective actions are completed.

Important: This role requires the ability to sit, stand, bend,andwalk for the duration of the shift; as well as wear personal protective equipment toinclude:surgical gowns, masks, visors or goggles and caps.

This role is critical to the LifeNet Health mission because it is an important step in taking the donors gifts and transitioning them to lifesaving and health restoring allografts for patients around the globe.

What youll do:

• Performs and interprets moderately to highly complex laboratory testing in microbiology, chemistry analytics and non-clinical (industrial) testing according to Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) and within established timeframes. Performs quality control according to established procedure. Maintains technical competency; performs testing with accuracy and precision. Reports test results using manual and laboratory information systems (LIS) according to established procedure; maintains complete and accurate departmental and donor records. Performs laboratory proficiency testing as required by regulatory agencies.
• Makes sound decisions based upon established procedure, rules, regulations, facts, and logic. Recognizes and reports atypical events encountered during performance of tests and documents CAPA when required.
• Monitors and operates laboratory equipment according to established procedure.
• Assures a safe, clean and orderly work area including maintenance of reagents, supplies, and stored samples. Monitors supply and reagent levels, notifying appropriate personnel when supplies are needed.
• Collaborates with management to understand and coordinate, execute, and assist in the design/development/revision of technical training and staff development.
• Assists in conducting investigations. Ensure appropriate and timely analysis, root cause, and corrective actions for deviations from the laboratory.
• Assists in authoring/revising SOPs, controlled forms, and work instructions.
• Maintains Equipment files, Calibration/PM certificates, and SAP equipment information.

What youll bring (Minimum Requirements):

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, Chemical, Physical or Biological Science
• ONE (1) year experience related laboratory testing environment experience

Preferred

• Certification American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or equivalent
• Certified Tissue Bank Specialist
• THREE (3) years related laboratory testing environment experience
• ONE (1) year of experience reviewing records or performing data entry in a tissue banking, medical device, or health-care related industry, or in an office environment
• ONE (1) year Material Requirement Planning (MRP) Systems experience (SAP)
• ONE (1) year CatsWeb, Corrective Action/Preventive action database experience

These would be nice too (Knowledge Skills and Abilities):

• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to communicate and build relationships with all professionals at different levels within the organization.
• Time Management: Able to prioritize multiple, competing priorities and manage time/workload. Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize and juggle multiple time sensitive projects, multi-task, identify project interdependencies and potential risks/pitfalls.
• Attention to Detail: Able to perform tasks thoroughly and with care; checks work to ensure high degree of accuracy/completeness and early/on-time delivery.
• Proficient in MS Office: PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook, Microsoft Suite.
• Laboratory testing: Knowledge of laboratory procedures in relevant areas of testing
• Decision making: Ability to use complex reasoning to make decisions; decisions have departmental scope/effect
• Interpersonal: Knowledge of effective teamwork, effective interdepartmental communication

Why work at LifeNet Health?

We have a fierce drive for our mission of Saving Lives, Restoring Health, and Giving Hope. You will not find another company with a culture as strong as ours.

• 403(b) and Profit-Sharing Plan
• Affordable medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Corporate sponsored events for employees
• Work-life balance with generous paid time off to include vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays:
  • 18 vacation days
  • 9 sick days
  • 7 paid holidays
• Tuition reimbursement
• Personal career, skill, and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness Program (gym reimbursement, monthly wellness webinars, mental health toolkit, financial resources, and much more)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and members of their household
• Dedicated and passionate co-workers

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Vet. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

The payrangefor the successful candidate located in our Renton, WA facility will depend on the candidates qualifications and prior experience. The pay range for this position in Renton, WA is$28.55hourly (entry-level qualifications) to$47.58hourly (experienced in thisrole)*.This position is eligible for an annual bonus based on certain criteria being met.

*All benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and LifeNet Health reserves the right to modify or change these benefits programs at any time, with or without notice, unless otherwise required by law. Further, nothing in this posting is intended to alter the at will relationship of a successful candidate and this posting does not constitute a specific promise.