Medical Laboratory Technician

Kaiser Permanente; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente Beaverton Medical Office seeks a Medical Laboratory Technician/MLS to perform laboratory tests within scope of practice in a timely and accurate manner. This float position supports the OR labs at Interstate, North Lancaster and Beaverton Medical Offices.

Completion of an accredited two-year program and appropriate certification are required; phlebotomy skills and strong English communication are essential. Regular weekend shifts and holiday rotation are part of the schedule.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in laboratory science required per CLIA guidelines.
• MLS/MLT/AMT or equivalent certification required.
• Ability to communicate in English; phlebotomy skills beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report lab tests according to SOPs and document results.
• Monitor test accuracy through quality control and instrument maintenance.
• Troubleshoot equipment, investigate discrepancies, and refer issues as needed.
• Maintain clean, organized work area and prepare reagents as required.
• Maintain technical competency; attend required training and meetings.
• Assist with orientation and training of new staff or students.

Skills

English communication

Education

Associate degree in laboratory science

CLIA-certified or equivalent credential (MLS/MLT/AMT)

Job description

Job Summary:

To perform laboratory tests and processes within scope of practice in an accurate and timely manner.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform and reporT lab tests according to work instructions: Process patient specimens according to priority and document results. Review patient reports for accuracy before release. Alert clinicians and appropriate designees of abnormal results.
• Monitor test accuracy through performance and evaluation of quality control: Perform instrument maintenance and calibration according to standard operating procedure. Assay quality control and proficiency testing materials. Execute corrective actions and document if controls are not within specified limits.
• Problem solve by auditing specimen integrity and identification. Identify test discrepancies. Investigate or initiate inquiries; troubleshoot any malfunctioning equipment or test system and repair if possible. Refer problems to technologist, specialist, supervisor, manager or pathologist as needed. Answer inquiries about department policies and procedures.
• Maintain clean and well-organized work area with adequate supplies and reagents. Order and/or prepare reagents and supplies when necessary.
• Maintain technical competency. Attend all required training, education, and meetings.
• Assist with orientation and training of new employees or students.

Basic Qualifications:

• Experience: N/A
• Education: Associates degree in laboratory science or documented education as defined by the Clinical Laboratory Personnel Requirements under CLIA.
• License, Certification, Registration: Medical Lab Scientist Certificate from American Society for Clinical Pathology OR Medical Lab Technician Certificate OR American Medical Technologist Medical Lab Technician Certificate OR American Medical Technologist Medical Technologist Certificate OR Medical Technologist Certificate

Additional Requirements:

• Completion of approved two (2) years of program for Medical Laboratory Technician.
• Ability to communicate in the English language.
• Phlebotomy skills.
• Manual dexterity.
• Communication and interpersonal relationship skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) or more years of clinical laboratory experience.
• Working knowledge of specific laboratory analytical equipment.

Notes:

• Holiday rotation required.
• Regular schedule includes weekends.
• This is a float position that will support the OR labs at Interstate, North Lancaster and Beaverton Medical Offices