Medical Laboratory Scientist: Blood Bank & Diagnostics Pro

Lake Health District; Lakeview (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Employer-paid life, AD&D, LTD

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pension plan after 1 year

403(b) retirement plan

Plus additional perks

Job summary

Lake Health District in Lakeview, OR seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and complex diagnostic tests, collect and test blood, and maintain blood bank records. The role requires state-of-the-art lab skills, equipment operation, and collaboration with physicians.

The candidate will perform immunological, serological, bacteriological testing, and venipunctures, while complying with safety and regulatory standards. On-call rotations and continuous learning are part of the job.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or closely related science.
• Board Certification by ASCP or AMT.
• Experience and other requirements may be gained concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and complex laboratory diagnostic tests and procedures.
• Collect, test, and store blood; maintain blood bank records and procedures.
• Perform bacteriological, immunological, and serological tests on body fluids and specimens.
• Perform venipunctures and skin punctures as required and document results.
• Discuss results with physicians and participate in on-call rotations; ensure safety per OSHA.

Skills

Venipuncture

Blood bank procedures

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science

Tools

Microscopes

Cell counters

Laboratory equipment

Job description

Lake Health District in Lakeview, OR seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform routine and complex diagnostic tests, collect and test blood, and maintain blood bank records. The role requires state-of-the-art lab skills, equipment operation, and collaboration with physicians.

The candidate will perform immunological, serological, bacteriological testing, and venipunctures, while complying with safety and regulatory standards. On-call rotations and continuous learning are part of the job.