Medical Lab Scientist III

ICONMA; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A clinical laboratory company is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist III in Portland, OR. The role involves performing complex testing procedures and ensuring quality patient care. Candidates should hold a relevant bachelor's degree and ASCP or AMT certification. Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently and within a team environment are essential. Benefits include health coverage and excellent growth opportunities.

Benefits

Health Benefits

Referral Program

Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Proficient with computers and laboratory information systems.
• Demonstrated technical decision-making skills.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex technical procedures according to SOPs.
• Monitor and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation.
• Report accurate test results for quality patient care.

Skills

Ability to work independently

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biology, Chemistry, or Clinical Laboratory Science

ASCP or AMT certification

Tools

Laboratory information systems

Job description

Our Client, a Clinical Laboratory company, is looking for a Medical Lab Scientist III for their Portland, OR location.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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 controls.
• 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.
• Receive and process samples, run testing kits.
• May be responsible for maintenance, documentation QC.
• Hem, coag, urinalysis, molecular, roughly 1300 samples per day.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements.
• ASCP or AMT certification is required.
• 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.

Why Should You Apply?

• Health Benefits
• Referral Program
• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

As an equal opportunity employer, ICONMA provides an employment environment that supports and encourages the abilities of all persons without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or express, ethnicity, national origin, age, disability status, political affiliation, genetics, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.