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Medical Laboratory Scientist
US-OR-Portland
Job ID: 2024-29358
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: Laboratory
Portland, OR (Marquam Hill)
Overview
- Performs testing in all sections of the Core Laboratory with accuracy, speed, and efficiency, using Erytra, Iris, Sysmex XN 9000, ABL, Beckman Coulter DxC, DxI, Centaur, ACL Tops and additional instrumentation. Follows written procedures and policies.
- Prepares samples for testing. Determines acceptability of specimens and results. Repeats analysis as necessary to insure accuracy. Reports test results via computer and telephone.
- Performs all computer functions using Beaker, WellSky and EPIC/Beaker software.
- Answers telephone requests for laboratory information.
- Calibrates, maintains and troubleshoots laboratory instruments and procedures.
- Trains new employees, students and residents.
- Performs and evaluates quality control data to determine functionality of instruments and procedures.
- Other Duties
- Assists with miscellaneous technical administrative functions to support daily laboratory activities.
- Performs inventory of reagents and supplies.
- Reviews critical, summary and outstanding lists.
- Performs projects assigned by lead worker, technical coordinator or lab manager.
- Completes competency training, annual review of policy and procedure manuals, and safety review. Attends and participates in staff meetings and training sessions.
- Performs requirements for Staff Members as outlined in Compliance Roles and Responsibilities in OHSU Hospitals and Clinics and understands and complies with the Code of Conduct, OHSU and departmental policies and procedures, and other applicable procedures, rules and regulations.
- Communicates and works effectively as part of a team, and interacts with a variety of clients including doctors, nurses, laboratory staff and patients, maintaining a customer service focus at all times.
- Carries out job responsibilities ethically, professionally, and with personal integrity, and functions as part of the team exhibiting excellent communication, teamwork and customer service skills.
- Attends and participates in staff meetings and training sessions.
Responsibilities
- Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Science which includes a clinical lab externship, and current certification as MT (ASCP), or MLS (ASCP) within 90 days of hire. Current certification and credential maintenance must be maintained for individuals who were certified after January 1, 2004.
- OR Completion of a 2 year accredited Medical Laboratory Technician program, plus MLT (ASCP) or equivalent certification within 90 days of hire, and 4 years of experience in a clinical laboratory. Certification as MT (ASCP) or MLS (ASCP) or by AMT preferred. Current certification and credential maintenance must be maintained for individuals who were certified after January 1, 2004.
- OR Bachelor's degree in a Chemical or Biological field, and four years’ experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician in a clinical laboratory performing testing and related tasks. Certification as MT (ASCP) or MLS (ASCP) or by AMT preferred. Current certification and credential maintenance must be maintained for individuals who were certified after January 1, 2004.
- Note: experience in a specialty lab area will only qualify candidate to work in that specialty area.
- General knowledge of laboratory terminology, equipment, materials and techniques, regulations and safety.
- Skill in handling of laboratory specimens, record keeping and laboratory equipment.
- Skill in identifying cells and cell morphology.
- Skill in using several different computer systems, including: word processing, dedicated LIS/HIS, etc.
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions accurately, and operate and maintain standard laboratory equipment.
- Ability to work independently within established guidelines, to adjust to rapidly changing priorities, and apply problem-solving skills.
- Ability to demonstrate performance of job duties to trainees.
- Demonstrate personal integrity, efficiency, and ability to adjust to rapidly changing testing priorities.
- Ability to work in a multi-tasking environment and display technical skills at many different workstations throughout the laboratory.
- MT (ASCP) or MLT (ASCP) or equivalent.
Compliance with Code of Conduct, Respect in the workplace and Applicable policies, procedures and agreements related to position, department or OHSU as a whole Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without accommodation
Qualifications
- Generalist experience in Hematology, Urinalysis, Coagulation, and limited Microbiology within last two years preferred. Applicants with recent experience in only Hematology will be considered.
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