Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)

Harney District Hospital; Burns (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plans

Generous paid time off

Close-knit work environment

Rural community impact

Job summary

Harney District Hospital in Burns, Oregon seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) to join our rural laboratory team. The MLS will serve as a generalist across multiple areas of laboratory medicine, performing a variety of testing that supports patient diagnosis and treatment.

The role involves working with automated instrumentation and manual methods, performing high-complexity testing, assisting with blood bank services, troubleshooting analyzers, and contributing to the overall operation of

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, MLS or related field required.
• Current MLS/MT certification through ASCP or AMT, or CLIA-qualified equivalent.
• Recent grads applying for ASCP/AMT certification may be considered if certification obtained within required timeframe.
• Documentation of highest academic achievement (diploma or transcript) required at hire.

Responsibilities

• Generalist across multiple areas of laboratory medicine.
• Perform high-complexity testing and quality control.
• Assist with blood bank services and transfusion testing as needed.
• Troubleshoot analyzers and instrument issues.
• Operate automated instrumentation and manual methods.
• Perform phlebotomy when required.
• Collaborate with team to ensure accurate, timely results and patient safety.

Skills

Generalist across multiple areas

Independence

High-complexity testing

Blood bank procedures

Instrument troubleshooting

Detail-oriented

Phlebotomy when needed

Team communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology/MLS or related field

Job description

Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)

Harney District Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) to join our laboratory team in beautiful Burns, Oregon. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced laboratory professional who enjoys variety, values autonomy, and wants to make a meaningful impact in a rural healthcare setting.

As an MLS at Harney District Hospital, you will serve as a generalist across multiple areas of laboratory medicine, performing a variety of testing that directly supports patient diagnosis and treatment. You will have the opportunity to work with automated instrumentation and manual methods, perform high-complexity testing, assist with blood bank services, troubleshoot analyzers, perform quality control, and contribute to the overall operation of our laboratory.

Why Join Harney District Hospital?

Harney District Hospital is a 25-bed Critical Access Hospital serving Burns and the surrounding Harney County community. In a rural hospital, your work has a direct impact on the patients we serve. Our patients are often our family, friends, and neighbors, creating a strong sense of purpose and connection within our organization.

If you are looking for a position where you can use the full scope of your laboratory knowledge, work closely with a dedicated team, and see the direct impact of your work, Harney District Hospital may be the right fit for you.

What You'll Bring

We are looking for an MLS who is:

• Confident and capable of working independently
• Experienced as a laboratory generalist
• Comfortable performing high-complexity testing
• Knowledgeable in blood bank procedures
• Skilled in laboratory instrumentation and basic analyzer troubleshooting
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to accuracy and patient safety
• Comfortable performing phlebotomy when needed
• Adaptable and willing to learn new procedures, equipment, and testing methods
• A strong communicator who works well as part of a team
• Able to seek out technical resources and assistance when needed

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, or a related field
• Current Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Technologist certification through ASCP or AMT, or qualification under applicable CLIA certification requirements
• Candidates who have recently graduated from an approved medical technology program and have an application for ASCP or AMT certification in process may be considered, provided certification is obtained within the required timeframe
• Documentation of highest academic achievement, including diploma or official transcript, must be provided at the time of hire as required by CLIA.

What We Offer

Harney District Hospital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Choice of retirement plans
• Generous paid time off
• A supportive, close-knit work environment
• The opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a rural community

Come Make a Difference With Us

If you're an MLS who enjoys variety, independence, problem-solving, and being an essential part of a healthcare team, we'd love to have you join Harney District Hospital.

Harney County Health District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to any legally protected characteristic.

In accordance with Oregon law, the pay range for this position is included in this posting.

Reasonable accommodations are available upon request throughout the application and hiring process.

Final candidates may be required to pass a background check and drug screen, as permitted by law.