Medical Technologist

Labcorp; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life

STD/LTD

401(k)

PTO/FTO

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Job summary

LabCorp is seeking a Special Chemistry Technologist to join the Halsey Lab in Portland, OR. You will perform electrophoresis and various special chemistry testing, follow SOPs, and report results to support quality patient care.

Required qualifications include a Bachelor’s Degree in Life Science or Medical Technology and ASCP or AMT certification; 1 year of clinical lab testing in Special Chemistry is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Science or Medical Technology is required.
• ASCP or AMT certification is required.
• 1 year or more of clinical laboratory testing experience in Special Chemistry is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria.
• Predominantly perform Electrophoresis testing and assist with other Special Chemistry testing.
• Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
• Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality.
• Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
• Prepare, test and evaluate new reagents or controls.
• Report accurate and timely test results in order to deliver quality patient care.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.
• Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary.
• Assist with processing of specimens when needed.
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Life Science/Medical Technology

ASCP or AMT certification

Job description

LabCorp is seeking a Special Chemistry Technologist to join our team at the Halsey Lab in Portland, OR.

Job Responsibilities:

• Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria
• Predominantly perform Electrophoresis testing and assist with other Special Chemistry testing
• Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures
• Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality
• Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
• Prepare, test and evaluate new reagents or controls
• Report accurate and timely test results in order to deliver quality patient care
• Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures
• Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary
• Assist with processing of specimens when needed
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Life Science, Medical Technology
• ASCP or AMT certification

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1 year or more of clinical laboratory testing experience in Special Chemistry

Additional Job Standards:

• High level of attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and multitask
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Able to pass a standardized color blindness test
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed
• Exceptional customer service
• Strong communication skills; both written and verbal
• Comfortable working under minimal supervision

Benefits:

Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life
• STD/LTD
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours, Casual, Intern, and Temporary employees are only eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan.