Description

Medical Lab Technician

US-OR-Portland

Requisition ID: 2026-38880
Position Category: Laboratory
Job Type: AFSCME union represented
Position Type: Regular Full-Time
Posting Department: Core Laboratory
Posting Salary Range: $31.16 - $42.12 per hour with offer based on experience, education and internal equity
Posting FTE: 1.00
Posting Schedule: Monday - Friday, rotating weekends
Posting Hours: 3:00pm - 11:30pm
HR Mission: Healthcare
Drug Testable: Yes
LinkedIn Job Code: #LI-EC1

Department Overview

This position provides technical support in the Core Laboratory to complete laboratory testing for OHSU

hospital and clinic patients. The incumbent will be a qualified Medical Laboratory Technician with generalist

experience or equivalent capable of performing laboratory testing and associated activities needed to support

the technical services provided by the Core Lab. Testing is performed in the following areas: Chemistry,

Hematology, Urinalysis, Coagulation, and limited Microbiology. This position does not require testing skills

in Transfusion Service. Specimen processing, test performance, and result reporting is performed

independently after appropriate training. Supervisory review of results is required in the case of

unusual/complex results, procedural problems, or when dictated by policy or procedure. The person filling

this position will be of professional demeanor and perform their duties with an attitude, which will best serve

the clients of the department.

Function/Duties of Position

• Performs testing in all sections of the Core Laboratory with accuracy, speed, and efficiency, using Sysmex XN, ABL, Vista 1500, Centaur, Iris, and Stago 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 EPIC LIS and HIS 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. Reviews questionable data with technologist.

Required Qualifications

• Completion of a 2-year accredited program in Medical Laboratory Technician training plus MLT (ASCP) within 90 days of hire or AMT certification within 90 days of hire. Depending on date of training, different continuing education requirements will apply. OR
• Bachelor's degree in a chemical or biological science and two years of Laboratory Technical Assistant training/experience performing standardized laboratory tests in the specialty area(s) in which high complexity testing will be performed; MLT (ASCP) or AMT certification preferred. Depending on date of training, different continuing education requirements will apply.

Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Competencies):

• 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. 

Preferred Qualifications

• Generalist experience in Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Coagulation, and limited Microbiology within last two years preferred. Applicants with recent experience in only Chemistry and/or Hematology will be considered.
• MLT (ASCP) or equivalent within 90 days of hire.

Additional Details

Positions in the laboratory and environs may require working flexible schedules including nights weekends and holidays; working at multiple laboratory or hospital sites; traveling between laboratories and sites by stairs, elevator, tram, shuttle or other means; exposure to blood and body fluids, chemical hazards, radiation; working in a somewhat noisy and crowded environment; wearing gloves and other Personal Protective Equipment for long periods of time; experiencing occasional temperature control problems in building. 

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