Medical Laboratory Scientist - MULTIPLE OPENINGS AVAILABLE

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

Position: Medical Laboratory Scientist

Location: Lakeview, OR

Conduct routine and complex laboratory diagnostic tests and procedures. Collect, test, and store blood; maintain blood bank records; perform blood bank procedures. Perform and observe chemical tests on patient's specimens and record all results. Use and maintain all laboratory equipment. Receive blood specimens, perform blood tests and study morphology of blood components. Perform bacteriological tests on body fluids, exudates, skin scrapings and surgical specimens. Perform immunological and serological tests on body fluids and other specimens and document all test results. Perform venipunctures and skin punctures based on thorough knowledge of test requirements; assist in clinical laboratory sample reference preparation. Remain current on State and Federal regulations related to position and duties. Follow all protocols regarding safety precautions as defined by facility policy and OSHA regulations. Study blood samples for use in transfusions by identifying the number of cells, the cell morphology or the blood group, blood type, and compatibility with other blood types. Operate sophisticated laboratory equipment, such as microscopes and cell counters. Discuss results and findings of laboratory tests and procedures with physicians. Participate in shared on-call rotation outside of normal staffing hours, including weekends, nights, and holidays. Exposure to infectious specimens/potential infections via patient contact during specimen collection.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or a closely related science (foreign equivalent accepted), and

Requirements

Board Certification by the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or American Medical Technologists (AMT)

All experience, skills and requirements may be gained concurrently.

What we offer:

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account option
• Employer-paid basic life, accidental death, and long-term disability insurance
• A confidential Employee Assistance Program through Canopy Wellbeing
• Eligible for pension plan after completing one year of employment
• Option to contribute to a 403(b) retirement plan
• Plus additional perks

Retention Bonus

• $2,000 retention bonus after completing three years of full-time employment. After that, $3,000 retention bonus upon completing each five-year period.

Please refer to Job #LAB01-2026.