Medical Technologist (MT) / Histotechnologist, Lab

ABOUT OLYMPIC MEDICAL CENTER: Imagine working on Washington State’s beautiful North Olympic Peninsula where recreational opportunities abound. Whether you enjoy hiking, camping, fishing, kayaking or cycling, the Olympic Peninsula is home to numerous adventures for outdoor enthusiasts. It's a great place to live, work, play and raise a family. Bordered by the scenic Olympic National Park, the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Pacific Coast - with Seattle and Victoria, BC just a ferry ride away - you won’t find a better location. You’ll receive a competitive salary, excellent benefits plus an amazing PNW lifestyle – a perfect combination! FTE: 0% WORK SHIFT Days PAY RANGE: $36.94 - $56.51 UNION: UFCW 3000-Professional and Technical SHIFT DIFFERENTIALS/PREMIUMS: Weekend & Holiday Shifts: No On Call Shifts: No Shift Differentials: Evening - $3.00/hour Night - $5.00/hour Weekend - $4.50/hour Pharm Night - $8.50/hour Premiums: Standby - $4.00/hour Lead - $3.25/hour Per Diem - 15% (on base, in lieu of benefits) Certification - $2.00/hour Trainer - $2.00/hour Student Coord - $2.00/hour, 2+ = $3.25/hour JOB DESCRIPTION: Will work within the goals and objectives established by the departmental management team in harmony with the guidelines and policies of the hospital to provide accurate, timely, cost effective, and efficient testing of patient specimen samples. EDUCATION Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or equivalent status. EXPERIENCE Knowledge and skills related to laboratory computer information systems is desirable. Knowledge of laboratory expertise in multiple departments and to demonstrate ability to coordinate multiple tasks with precision and flexibility to provide accurate results within the minimum turnaround time established for the laboratory. Ability to perform complex analyses, has basic working knowledge of techniques, principles, instruments, and their interrelationships. Ability to recognize problems, identifies cause, create alternatives and determine solutions. Ability to work with minimum supervision, and ability to supervise the work of others when required. Skilled in interpersonal communications and ability to relate well to the public, pathologists, physicians, and hospital employees at all levels. LICENSURE/CREDENTIALS Board registered with one of the national registries associated with laboratory practice (ASCP, NCA, NRCC, AAM, etc.) within one year of hire. Maintains state Healthcare Assistant license preferred. BENEFITS INFORMATION: Click here for information about our benefits . Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement: Olympic Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. For more information, please visit www.eeoc.gov .