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Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) – Laboratory Services | Full-Time

Blue Mountain Hospital District
John Day, OR Full Time
POSTED ON 1/20/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/20/2025

Position Summary

The Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) is responsible for performing laboratory tests in the clinical laboratory for use in treatment and diagnosis of diseases. MLS follows the laboratory policies and procedures in accordance with all regulatory agency requirements while maintaining all necessary records of documentation as directed by the department policies.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities

  • Collects and prepares samples for analysis accurately and skillfully; evaluates suitability of the specimens, appropriately accepting or rejecting them according to laboratory policy.
  • Performs clinical laboratory tests and chemical, microscopic, and bacteriologic procedures using special lab equipment or instrumentation.
  • Analyzes blood, urine, and body fluid specimens.
  • Orders, evaluates, records, and prints test results using lab computer.
  • Performs quality controls and documents QC for each lab procedure on a daily basis, as well as any reagents, media and products.
  • Evaluates results of quality control, implements corrective action when indicated and documents actions; reports problems to supervisor.
  • Participates in external proficiency testing on a regular and rotating basis to demonstrate competency.
  • Performs preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment as necessary.
  • Conducts performance checks and calibrates laboratory instrumentation in all areas of the lab.
  • Determines the priority of laboratory requests to arrange workload to provide for optimal patient care and optimal efficiency.
  • Demonstrate ability to learn and maintain appropriate technical skills to effectively provide accurate laboratory analysis.
  • Displays a thorough understanding of science and laboratory procedures, specialized medical diagnostic laboratory tests, blood test procedures, and medical terminology in order to perform specialized medical laboratory diagnostic tests.
  • Scope of knowledge includes chemistry, hematology, serology, microbiology, blood banking, urinalysis, and specimen processing for specimens sent to contracted reference labs.

Education, Experience & Certification/Licensure

Minimum Requirements:

  • Bachelor degree in biological or chemical science, Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science or equivalent.MLS –ASCP certified Medical Laboratory Scientist within one year from date of hire.

Special Requirement:

  • Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist ASCP certification

For More Information, Contact

Holly Thompson, Human Resources
hthompson@bluemountainhospital.org | 541-575-3820

Reply by mail: Blue Mountain Hospital

170 Ford Rd.

John Day, OR 97845
Attn: HR

Why Blue Mountain Hospital District?

The Blue Mountain Hospital District (BMHD) is comprised of a Critical Access Hospital (CAH), Family Medicine Clinic, Home Care and Hospice, Emergency Medical Services, and an Intermediate Care Center. Join our family-like team in beautiful Eastern Oregon!

Our District spans from John Day to Prairie City, nestled in the Heart of Grant County in the Blue Mountains. The Strawberry Mountain Range and John Day River Valley offers a variety of outdoor activities, from abundant hiking/mountain biking/horse riding trails, to high and lower lakes and ponds. Our area is known to be a “go to” place not just for recreation, but also for big game hunting and fishing!

We offer competitive wages, great benefits and currently offering a sign on bonus for this position. Join our family-like team and settle into a lifestyle that is hard to beat!

For more information on our Rural and Remote area, visit our Grant County Chamber of Commerce page at: https://www.gcoregonlive.com/

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