Lab Technician: Specimen Processing & QA (Early Shift)

Salem Health; Dallas, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Salem Health in Dallas, OR is seeking a Technical Laboratory Assistant to support the rapid collection and processing of patient specimens across clinical disciplines in the Regional Lab - Microbiology/Molecular. You will perform waived and moderately complex tests, use controls to assure accuracy, and exercise judgment on abnormal results.

The role starts early, with 9-hour shifts from 4:00 am to 2:30 pm, and requires attention to procedure manuals.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• One year of laboratory training/experience or three quarters of college lab coursework.
• Familiarity with medical terminology is a strong asset; LIS/HIS experience desirable.
• Light physical work with lifting up to 40 pounds.
• Exposure to infectious materials and hazardous substances possible.

Responsibilities

• All specimens processed promptly upon receipt; critical samples handled immediately.
• Specimens stored properly and handled per procedure manuals.
• Knowledge of specimen requirements for standard tests and research for non-routine procedures.
• Familiar with LIS basics; troubleshoot using error logs and multiple computer functions.
• Calls overdue tests; verify orders and resolve problems without delay.
• Organize and prioritize workload for efficiency and accuracy.

Skills

Medical terminology

LIS/HIS experience

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

3 quarters of college-level lab coursework

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)

Hospital Information Systems (HIS)

Job description

Salem Health in Dallas, OR is seeking a Technical Laboratory Assistant to support the rapid collection and processing of patient specimens across clinical disciplines in the Regional Lab - Microbiology/Molecular. You will perform waived and moderately complex tests, use controls to assure accuracy, and exercise judgment on abnormal results.

The role starts early, with 9-hour shifts from 4:00 am to 2:30 pm, and requires attention to procedure manuals.