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University of Washington

Public research university in Seattle, WA

Medical Laboratory Scientist Trainee 1: Coagulation & Hematology Lab

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeSeattle, WA, USA$38.46 - $56.73 /hrIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • For the MLS Trainee pathway, an accredited bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent education/experience is required.
  • MLS Trainees must be eligible to take the Medical Laboratory Scientist or categorical certification examination from the American Society for Clinical Pathology within 18 months of hire; failure to attain certification within that period may result in a recommendation for termination.
  • For the MLS 1 pathway, an accredited bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent education/experience is required.
  • MLS 1 candidates must hold current Medical Laboratory Scientist certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology or an equivalent certifying organization, or certification from a specialty organization appropriate to the laboratory division.
  • MLS 1 candidates must have one year of experience as a Medical Laboratory Scientist Trainee. Up to one year of on-the-job clinical testing experience in a Medical Laboratory Science Program externship may count toward this requirement.

Responsibilities

  • Perform coagulation testing, including PT, PTT, thrombin time, fibrinogen, D-dimer assays, and mixing studies on the STAR Max.
  • Perform heparin contamination checks and removal protocols according to standard operating procedures.
  • Perform liquid anti-Xa testing for unfractionated heparin, low-molecular-weight heparin, rivaroxaban and apixaban levels, chromogenic factor X, direct thrombin inhibitor and dabigatran levels, and Factor VIII and Factor IX levels on the STAR Max.
  • Perform platelet function screen assays on the PFA-100.
  • Run and evaluate quality controls for coagulation general bench procedures that require quality control material, according to standard operating procedures.
  • Perform daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance on coagulation general bench instruments according to standard operating procedures.
  • When trained, perform thromboelastograph testing using TEG6s instruments and transmit TEG tracings to TEG Manager.
  • When trained, perform hematological analysis, including platelet counts and hematocrits, using Sysmex instruments.
  • When trained, perform coagulation testing on the STAR Max.
  • When trained, run and evaluate quality controls on satellite laboratory instruments still supported as deep backup to the main laboratory.
  • When trained, perform daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance on satellite laboratory instruments still supported as deep backup to the main laboratory.
  • When trained, perform heparin-induced platelet antibody testing, plasma hemoglobin testing, and other special or research assays using the BioTek Eon Plate Reader according to standard operating procedures.
  • When trained, perform platelet aggregation studies on the ChronoLog and Whole Blood LumiAggregometer.
  • When trained, run and evaluate quality controls for all special coagulation bench procedures requiring quality control material, according to standard operating procedures.
  • When trained, perform daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance on special coagulation bench instruments.
  • Process and store coagulation samples for coagulation assays and research testing projects, including precipitations, multiple centrifugations, plasma aliquoting into vials, and storage in appropriate freezers or refrigerators.
  • Enter patient and quality control data into the laboratory information system; notify Reference Lab Services to fax results as needed and follow procedures to fax results to outside locations when that service is unavailable.
  • Assist with training and teaching Medical Laboratory Science program students and new employees.
  • Follow departmental environment-of-care policies, workplace safety protocols, patient confidentiality policies, standard operating procedures, and departmental and divisional compliance, integrity, and continuous quality improvement practices.
  • Use coagulation laboratory procedure manuals, including those in MediaLab.
  • Perform other specialized coagulation testing and test development as needed and according to training.
  • Perform proficiency testing when requested by the Coagulation MLS Lead or MLS 2, according to departmental standard operating procedures.
  • Troubleshoot instrument issues and contact supporting groups, including LabMed IT or the Stago Support Hotline, when appropriate.
  • Perform hematological analysis using Sysmex XN instruments.
  • Perform hematological analysis, including differentials and smear scans, using Cellavision and microscopes.
  • Use SP-50s for slide making and staining, manually make and stain slides as needed, and use Cytospin to prepare body fluid slides.
  • Use Caresphere middleware to review hematological results and perform checks before validating and submitting results to the laboratory information system.
  • Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis of body fluid cells using microscopes and counting chambers.
  • Use hematology laboratory procedure manuals, including those in MediaLab.
  • Perform erythrocyte sedimentation rates using the Excyte 20.
  • When specially trained and licensed, perform specialized hematology testing, including assisting with acquisition and processing of bone marrow samples, and test development as needed.
  • Perform daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance on hematology instruments according to standard operating procedures.
  • Run and evaluate quality controls for all procedures requiring quality control material, according to standard operating procedures.
  • Perform proficiency testing when requested by the Hematology MLS Lead or an MLS 2, according to departmental standard operating procedures.
  • Troubleshoot instrument issues and contact supporting groups, including LabMed IT or Sysmex TAC, when appropriate.
  • Enter patient and quality control data into the laboratory information system; notify Reference Lab Services to fax results as needed and follow procedures to fax results to outside locations when that service is unavailable.
  • Process bone marrow aspirate and biopsy samples and prepare them for transport to SCCA.
  • Distribute bone marrow aspirate and biopsy samples to SCCA and other locations for testing, further processing, and evaluation.
  • Maintain the bone marrow bench area at UWMC.
  • Demonstrate basic laboratory techniques to students and new employees.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • One year of experience working in a laboratory performing coagulation and/or hematology testing.
  • Customer service and communication skills.

About the Company

University of Washington

Public research university in Seattle, WA

The University of Washington is a public research university founded in 1861, with campuses in Seattle, Bothell, and Tacoma. It provides undergraduate, graduate, and professional education alongside research and public service.

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