Medical Lab Technician

The Portland Clinic; Portland (OR); In loco; USD 60.000 - 72.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

401k plan with employer contributions

Roth IRA

Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vis​

Flexible Spending Account

Health Savings Account

Group Life/AD&D insurance

Voluntary benefits: Life/AD&D, etc.

Norton Identity Theft Protection

Pet Insurance

Paid PTO accrual

Wellness day

Holidays

Descrizione del lavoro

The Portland Clinic is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to support core clinical testing across hematology, chemistry, urinalysis, serology, molecular, PCR and microbiology. You will maintain instrumentation, follow QA/QC procedures, and report results accurately under the Laboratory Manager.

Primary responsibilities include specimen processing, proficiency testing, inventory management, and back-up phlebotomy as needed.

Competenze

• Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology required.
• Medical Technologist or ASCP equivalent preferred.

Mansioni

• Perform testing across Hematology, Chemistry, Urinalysis, Serology, Molecular, PCR and Microbiology.
• Maintain instrumentation and perform preventative maintenance.
• Document QA/QC and report results accurately.
• Enter test data, maintain logs, and compile statistics.
• Back-up phlebotomy and specimen processing as needed.

Conoscenze

Quality control

Laboratory instrumentation

Proficiency testing

Phlebotomy backup

Data entry/logging

Formazione

Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Medical Technologist or ASCP equivalent

Strumenti

Electronic Health Records

Descrizione del lavoro

At The Portland Clinic our mission is to be a trusted community collaborating to improve the health and well-being of those we serve. Join our team and let us work together to offer a welcoming, inclusive environment for our patients and the communities we serve.

JOB TITLE: Medical Laboratory Technician

SUPERVISOR: Laboratory Manager

HOURS PER WEEK: 40/Non-Exempt (Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:30pm)

DEPARTMENT: Laboratory

HIRING BONUS: $1,000 after 90 days

The following information is designed to outline the essential functions and position requirements of this job. It does not identify all tasks that may be expected, nor address the performance standards that must be maintained.

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Position is responsible for performing testing on specimens, maintaining instrumentation, documenting quality assurance and quality control, and reporting results.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (*ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)

• 1. Sample processing and analysis in the following departments: Hematology, Chemistry, Special Chemistry, Urinalysis, Serology, Molecular, PCR, and Microbiology.
• 2. Follow quality assurance procedures to ensure accuracy of test results.*
• 3. Monitor quality of and trouble-shoot potential problems with laboratory instruments. Perform preventative maintenance on lab equipment.*
• 4. Run and evaluate quality control specimens on all assays and procedures as required. Troubleshoot as necessary.*
• 5. Run and report proficiency testing specimens in a timely fashion.*
• 6. Conduct inventory of lab supplies, replenish supplies and discard containers.*
• 7. Maintain clean work area and dispose of bio-hazardous waste properly.*
• 8. Act as back-up phlebotomist and specimen processor as required.
• 9. Prepare specimens for transfer as needed.
• 10. Enter test data into computer, maintain logs and records, and compile statistics for control data.*
• 11. Answer phone and notify proper personnel regarding unexpected or action limit test results.*
• 12. Work in branch laboratories as needed.
• 13. Participate as an active team member in a patient-centered medical home.
• 14. Work respectfully and collaboratively in a team environment with a spirit of cooperation.*
• 15. Other tasks as assigned.
• 16. Maintain regular, in person, work attendance and punctuality, as scheduled.*

REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology
• Medical Technologist or ASCP equivalent

PREFERENCES:

• Values team success
• Compassionate, patient, tactful, diplomatic, sociable
• Able to work independently and as a team member
• Well-organized, ability to multitask
• Contributes to an environment where people feel valued
• Computer, software, and electronic health record proficiency
• Oral communication skills and excellent phone etiquette with an ability to convey and receive information via the telephone
• Competency in language, grammar, and spelling
• Ability to establish a good rapport with people over the telephone and in person, often in stressful situations
• Capability of effectively working on more than one task without a reduction in the quality of work and service performed
• Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations and to work under pressure
• Ability to accept responsibility and use initiative to proceed with necessary tasks without direct supervision
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patients and staff

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS (Benefits eligibility begins at 20hrs/wk):

• 401k plan with employer contributions up to 5% annually
• Roth IRA
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account
• Company provided $10K Group Life/AD&D insurance
• Voluntary benefits: Life/AD&D, Dependent Life/AD&D, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity
• Norton Identity Theft Protection (optional)
• Pet Insurance (optional)
• 4.92 hours of PTO accrual per pay period (PTO accrual is prorated based upon FTE)
• One paid Wellness day per year
• Seven paid holidays, and 1 partially paid holiday (mid-day closure)
• Employee Assistant Program