Job Title: Medical Lab Scientist II

Job Location: Portland OR 97213

Top 3/5 Skills:

Generalist

Medical Lab Technologist

Blood Bank experience

Job Duties:

Responsibilities are interchangeable within job titles of medical laboratory scientist (MLS), medical technologist or clinical laboratory scientist. Work environment/department will be listed in requirement.

Core Responsibilities/Essential Functions

· Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria.

· Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures.

· Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality.

· Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.

· Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or control.

· Report accurate and timely test results to deliver quality patient care.

· Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.

· Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary.

· Assist with processing of specimens when needed.

· Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment

Minimum Qualifications;

· Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory ( CLIA & State) requirements.

· Minimum 0-2 years of clinical laboratory testing experience is required.

· State Medical Technologist license may be required.

· ASCP or AMT certification is either preferred.

· Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

· Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus.

· High level of attention detail along with strong communication and organizational skills.

· Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen.

· Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs