Your trusted partner in Health and Wellness, Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding public hospital district that operates a Critical Access Hospital with a Level IV trauma designation, three rural healthcare clinics, and a seven-day-a-week urgent care clinic. Our vision is “Through Summit Care, we will build the healthiest community in the Nation.” Our hospital is unique due to its size and accessibility. We pride ourselves on our ability to give patients quick access to a provider.
To learn more about Summit Pacific, visit www.summitpacificmedicalcenter.org
Pay Range (depending on experience):
$42.51 - $64.61
Supervises laboratory personnel and activities to ensure timely delivery of accurate test results and compliance with all applicable standards. Performs standard testing and quality control in all areas of the laboratory; assists with development of policies and procedures; and maintains a positive work environment that promotes SPMC values through effective communication and supervision of team members.
Job Duties and Responsibilities
*Supervises day-to-day laboratory operations to ensure the department meets service and performance expectations. Maintains equipment and physical space. Plans and coordinates schedules and assignments, purchasing and inventories, workflow, and workloads. Researches and addresses any technical problems that may occur. Monitors productivity, efficiency, and outcomes. Plans and implements adjustments as needed. *Supervises laboratory staff. Provides effective leadership and oversight of assigned staff; leads by example and provides support, guidance, coaching and correction when needed. Monitors and manages staff performance, satisfaction and engagement. Completes supervisory tasks in an accurate and timely manner. *Ensures lab staff are oriented and trained, and that staff competencies are maintained as required by CLIA. *Performs quality assurance activities. Evaluates data and takes action as needed to ensure the accuracy, reliability, and timeliness of results. Maintains manuals and records. *Performs laboratory testing, phlebotomy, and related activities of a Medical Technologist. Maintains professional skills. *Acts as liaison between laboratory and other departments/personnel/patients. Addresses complaints or conflicts in a timely and effective manner. *Ensures compliance with all District policies and procedures, regulatory requirements and federal, state and local laws. Maintains assigned programs and records accurately and in good order, as required for efficient and effective operations. Assists with planning, budgeting, and execution of strategic initiatives. Performs special projects and other related duties as assigned.
*Essential Job Function
Organizational Responsibilities
In addition to the duties and responsibilities listed above, all employees are expected to support the Summit Pacific Medical Center mission, vision and values; comply with SPMC policies and procedures; and conduct themselves in an ethical, professional, respectful, and collaborative manner at all times.
Required Education and Experience
Required Licenses, Certifications and/or Registrations
Medical Lab Scientist (ASCP) or Certified Laboratory Scientist (NCA), or equivalent.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Working knowledge and competence in laboratory processes, applications, and testing procedures. Demonstrated leadership, communication, education, and coaching skills. Ability to evaluate data to monitor and assess the overall quality and accuracy of tests. Proficient in the use of current technology, including Microsoft Office products. Ability to learn and effectively use electronic medical records and other systems and equipment. Ability to maintain accurate documentation and records. Professional and effective written and verbal communication skills. Ability to identify and employ communication strategies appropriate to the audience. Ability to cultivate effective relationships and work in collaboration with providers, other health care professionals, caregivers, and patients. Ability to perform a wide variety of assignments that require the use of independent judgment, problem-solving, organization, prioritization, and interpersonal skills.
Physical Requirements
Lifting:
- Less than 10 lbs – Frequent (30–70%)
- 10–35 lbs – Occasional (10–30%)
- Greater than 35 lbs – Occasional (10–30%)
Carrying:
- Less than 10 lbs – Frequent (30–70%)
- 10–35 lbs – Occasional (10–30%)
- Greater than 35 lbs – Never (0%)
Pushing/Pulling:
- 0–35 lbs – Occasional (10–30%)
Mobility:
- Sitting – Frequent (30–70%)
- Standing – Frequent (30–70%)
- Walking – Constant (Over 70%)
- Bending/Stooping – Constant (Over 70%)
- Crouching – Frequent (30–70%)
Vision:
Within normal range with or without corrective devices.
Hearing:
Within normal range with or without corrective devices.
Speech:
Within normal range with or without corrective devices.
FTE:
1
Work Shift:
TECH Contract 10 hour shifts in a 40 hour work week
Working Location:
Elma, Washington
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We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.
Benefits offered by SPMC:
Summit Pacific Medical Center is an equal opportunity provider and employer that is committed to a policy of non-discrimination on the basis of race, sex, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, marital status, arrest and court record, sexual orientation, and status as a covered veteran. This policy covers admission and access to, and participation in, treatment and employment in the hospital’s programs, activities, services, and employment.
This organization participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a service that verifies authorization to work in the U.S. through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the U.S. Department of Social Security (SSA). For further information on E-Verify contact DHS at 1-888-464-4218.

Summit Pacific is a vibrant and expanding public hospital district that operates a Critical Access Hospital with 24-hour emergency services and a ten-bed inpatient unit supported by hospitalists. Our Medical Center provides state-of-the-art technology in a healing, spa-like environment with an emphasis on quality, access and compassion. We pride ourselves on our low emergency department wait times and ability to give patients access to a doctor quickly.
• Level IV Critical Access Hospital
• Level II Cardiac Center
• Level III Stroke Center
• Level IV Trauma Care
At Summit Pacific, we have the ability to stabilize and provide advanced trauma life support to critically injured patients prior to transferring them to a higher-level trauma center by ambulance or helicopter. Stopping at Summit Pacific for stabilization has been instrumental in saving the lives of heart attack and stroke victims and those with traumatic injuries.
Along with our emergency services we offer seven-day-a-week urgent care, two primary care clinics, full service laboratory and diagnostic imaging services, a skilled nursing and rehabilitation program, physical, occupational and speech therapy, a medication assisted treatment clinic, infusion therapy and more.
We are supported by dynamic leadership, a solid electronic medical records system and a great staff. In addition to this energetic, collegial work environment, we enjoy the support of our community and a great quality of life – a mild maritime climate; an abundance of outdoor recreation, arts, and culture; and easy access to Olympia, Seattle, and Portland.
Mission
In partnership with our community, we passionately advance the health of all individuals with an emphasis on quality, access and compassion.
Vision
Through Summit Care, we will build the healthiest community in the Nation.
Core Values
• Passion
• Respect
• Integrity
• Compassion
• Excellence