Talent Pool - Clinical Laboratory Assistant (Hourly / Casual)

Portland Community College; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks a Clinical Laboratory Assistant to join their dynamic team. This role offers the opportunity to support students in their clinical skills while performing essential medical assisting duties. You will engage with students, providing guidance and feedback in a collaborative environment. The position requires strong communication skills and a commitment to maintaining a safe laboratory setting. If you are passionate about education and healthcare, this role is perfect for you to make a meaningful impact in the lives of aspiring medical professionals.

Qualifications

• Must possess Medical Assisting credentials (CMA, RMA, NCMA, CCMA).
• Three years of experience in ambulatory care required.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties of a Certified Medical Assistant including vital signs and venipuncture.
• Support students by assessing clinical skills and providing feedback.
• Maintain safety and integrity of the laboratory environment.

Skills

Medical Assisting

Venipuncture

Wound Care

EKG Testing

Spirometry Testing

Communication Skills

Education

Associate's Degree or Higher

Job description

Talent Pool - Clinical Laboratory Assistant (Hourly / Casual)

Requisition ID: req13

Employment Type: Casual Employee

Position Summary:

This Hourly Hiring Pool represents current or potential hourly non-benefited job openings in this employment category. There is no guarantee of employment from this hiring pool. Positions are not benefited. Hours and schedules vary.

Typical Lab Schedule: 8am-11am & 12pm-3pm or 9am-1pm

Typical Term: approximately 20 hour/week

Compensation category: Technical Assistant Level III - Casual Employment. Wage will be determined based on qualifications (education and credentialing) and experience.

Basic Qualifications:

• Qualified applicants must possess one of the following Medical Assisting credentials; CMA (AAMA), RMA (AMT), NCMA (NCCT), CCMA (NHA)
• Three years of Medical Assisting experience or more in ambulatory care

Position Requirements and Responsibilities:

• Must be able to perform all duties of a Certified Medical Assisting including: taking standard vital signs and measurements, performing venipuncture, capillary puncture, POCT, vision screenings, and injections.
• Must be knowledgeable with sterile processing, wound care, medication administration, EKG and spirometry testing.
• Support students by assessing performance of clinical skills and offering guidance, suggestions, encouragement and constructive feedback.
• Follow all MA Program and college rules and policies including FERPA and OSHA regulations.
• Maintain safety and integrity of the laboratory environment and report any injuries or unsafe behaviors.
• Evaluate and grade student work, laboratory assignments and activities.
• Support faculty by restocking laboratory supplies, performing inventory and providing feedback regarding student performance.
• Promote professionalism by modeling such behaviors inside and outside the classroom or clinical lab setting.
• Create a supportive, constructive, and engaging student learning environment.
• Identify at risk students; provide extra support, guidance, and attention.
• Strong oral and written communication and the ability to work well with others.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associates degree or higher
• Management or supervisory experience
• Experience in Primary Care or Internal Medicine

Portland Community College complies with the Oregon Veterans' Preference in Public Employment law which provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. You will be given instructions during the application process to claim Veterans' Preference in the recruitment of this position, and to provide the documents required for verification of eligibility.

For verification of eligibility, please submit the following documentation:

• Veterans: DD214
• Disabled Veterans: DD214 and Letter from the Department of VA

Portland Community College is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race,