Medical Laboratory Scientist: Precision Diagnostics & Patient Care

CHI; Pendleton (OR); On-site; USD 50,971 - 75,768; Full time

Job summary

CHI St. Anthony Hospital in Pendleton, Oregon is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist to perform complex laboratory tests across hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and more.

You will analyze specimens, operate instruments, and ensure results are accurate and reported within established turnaround times. The role requires a strong scientific foundation, meticulous attention to detail, and adherence to regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelors of Science in a biological or chemical science per CLIA.
• Licensure/certifications in laboratory science are preferred.
• Strong scientific foundation and high attention to detail required.

Responsibilities

• Performs and reports waived, moderately complex, and highly complex test procedures on patient specimens to ensure accurate reporting.
• Provides patient care through clinical correlation of results and rapid notification of critical values to caregivers.
• Maintains major automated equipment, performing calibration and troubleshooting; contacts vendors when needed.
• Performs calibration and quality control procedures and maintains records to ensure tests run within parameters.
• Performs proficiency testing and reviews results with laboratory leaders.
• Assists in evaluating and generating documentation for validating new procedures and equipment.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Quality control

Education

Bachelors of Science in a biological or chemical science (CLIA defined)

Tools

International Medical Laboratory Scientist

Blood Banking

Chemistry - ASCP

Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Molecular Biology Technologist

Med Technologist - ASCP

Hematology Specialist

Microbiology Specialist

Histotechnologist

Job description

CHI St. Anthony Hospital in Pendleton, Oregon is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist to perform complex laboratory tests across hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and more.

You will analyze specimens, operate instruments, and ensure results are accurate and reported within established turnaround times. The role requires a strong scientific foundation, meticulous attention to detail, and adherence to regulatory standards.