Flow Cytometry Technologist (Ascp)

Job Details

Job Location: Tukwila Main Lab LLC - Tukwila, WA

Position Type: Full Time

Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Salary Range: $34.60 - $54.41 Hourly

Travel Percentage: None

Job Shift: Any

Job Category: Health Care

Description

ABOUT US

An unwavering pursuit of Excellence in Patient Care Every Diagnosis, Every Day. This is what we stand for.

CellNetix Pathology & Laboratories is headquartered in the Seattle area in our state-of-the-art Central Processing Laboratory. As one of the largest AP labs in the United States, with over 300 staff members and 60+ distinguished Pathologists, we offer some of the most technologically advanced resources and service menus in the region. In addition, our cutting-edge Molecular Laboratory with next-generation sequencing offers groundbreaking personalized medicine testing. Our lab continues to grow in technology and scientific advancement while offering our employees a wide array of training and career progression pathways in Administration, Laboratory and Hospital Support, Histology, Cytology, Infectious Diseases, Molecular, Grossing and more. If our mission of patient care resonates with you, Come Grow With Us in Pursuit of Excellence.

Position Summary:

This individual performs tests and procedures assigned to the Flow department with proficiency and timeliness. They are responsible for preparing patient samples, efficiently process and acquire data, accurately report results, perform quality control, train new employees, operate/maintain equipment and other duties assigned by the Flow Supervisor.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS, ASCP-Certified)

• New graduates encouraged to apply

• Flow cytometry experience preferred

• or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT, ASCP-Certified)

• New graduates encouraged to apply

• Flow cytometry experience preferred

• or 4-year degree in biological sciences/chemistry (or US-equivalent)

• High-volume sample preparation and testing in a flow laboratory required

Position Schedule:

• M-F 3rd Shift following successful Training Period (Day Shift).

Essential Functions:

• Analyze requisitions and choose appropriate test panels

• Perform immunophenotypic Flow assays

• Employ flow cytometry principles to determine additional testing

• Set up, gate and accurately report flow results of various sample types

• Maintain and document instrument performance metrics

• Cocktail antibodies, prepare stock reagents and working solutions

• Complete daily QA and QC documentation

• Assist with inventory management

• Troubleshoot and assist with updating laboratory procedures

• Participate in weekend On-call rotation (3rd or weekend shift employees exempt)

• Perform validation/confirmation testing as requested by Flow Director and/or Supervisor

• Assist with employee training

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• This person is/has

• Detail-oriented

• Collaborative and a team player

• Reliable and punctual

• Flexible and adaptable

• Professional when interacting with co-workers, clients and hospital departments

• Effective problem solving and critical thinking skills

• Strong time management and organization skills with the ability to multitask

• Excellent communication and customer service skills

• Perform well under pressure and large work volume

• Ability to troubleshoot and diplomatically manage conflict

• Computer skills, accurate typing, and ability to learn new software and equipment

• Ability to efficiently use internal and hospital IT systems

• Knowledge of Standard Operating Procedures and PPE requirements

Physical Requirements

• Be able to lift 10+ lbs.

• Be able to stand for over 5 hours at a time

Benefits

CellNetix offers a comprehensive benefits plan

• Medical, Vision, Prescription company paid options

• Employee only HSA $0.00/per month or Employee only PPO $45.90/per month. Dependent plans also available

• Dental company paid options

• Employee only $0.00/per month; dependent plans also available

• 401K company match up to 4%

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• 0-3 Years of Service: Accrue up to 15 days per year

• 4-7 Years of Service: Accrue up to 20 days per year

• 8-12 Years of Service: Accrue up to 25 days per year

• 13+ Years of Service: Accrue up to 30 days per year

• Holiday Pay

• 6 paid holidays per year

• 2 floating holidays per year

• Company paid Life and Disability insurance

• Fully subsidized ORCA public transportation card and free parking at most sites

• Company paid Norton LifeLock Identity Protection

IMPORTANT NOTICE: As a healthcare organization we are committed to providing a healthy and safe environment. We require a criminal history background check and drug test for all final candidates. CellNetix is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy that all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, genetic information, the presence of a sensory, physical, or mental disability, or on any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. CellNetix is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities in our recruiting process. If you need any assistance or accommodations due to a disability, please let us know.

CellNetix has a mandatory COVID-19 vaccination policy. Job candidates must be able to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or have an approved medical or religious accommodation in place prior to starting work. Fully vaccinated is defined as two weeks after the second dose in a two-dose series such as Pfizer or Moderna or two weeks after a single-dose vaccine such as Johnson & Johnson. Please work with Human Resources if you need an accommodation