Medical Lab Scientist

This position provides technical support in the Core Laboratory and Transfusion Services to complete laboratory testing for OHSU hospital and clinic patients. The incumbent will be a qualified Medical Laboratory Scientist with generalist experience or equivalent capable of performing laboratory testing and associated activities needed to support the technical services provided by the Core Lab. Testing is performed in: Transfusion Service Chemistry Hematology Coagulation Body Fluids and limited Microbiology. Specimen processing test performance and result reporting is performed independently after appropriate training. Supervisor or director review of results is required in situations dictated by policy or procedures. The person filling this position will be of professional demeanor and perform their duties with behaviors which will best serve the clients of the department.

• Performs testing in all sections of the Core Laboratory and TransfusionServies with accuracy speed and efficiency using Erytra Iris Sysmex XN9000 ABL Beckman Coulter DxC DxI Centaur ACL Tops and additional instrumentation. Follows written procedures and policies.

• Prepares samples for testing. Determines acceptability of specimens and results. Repeats analysis as necessary to insure accuracy. Reports test results via computer and telephone.

• Performs all computer functions using Beaker WellSky and EPIC/Beakersoftware.

• Answers telephone requests for laboratory information.
• Calibrates maintains and troubleshoots laboratory instruments and procedures.
• Trains new employees students and residents.

• Performs and evaluates quality control data to determine functionality ofinstruments and procedures.

• Other duties as applied

• Bachelors degree in Medical Technology Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Science which includes a clinical lab externship and current certification as MT (ASCP) or MLS (ASCP) within 90 days of hire. Current certification and credential maintenance must be maintained for individuals who were certified after January 1 2004.OR
• Completion of a 2 year accredited Medical Laboratory Technician program plus MLT (ASCP) or equivalent certification within 90 days of hire and 4 years of experience in a clinical laboratory. Certification as MT (ASCP) or MLS (ASCP) or by AMT preferred. Current certification and credential maintenance must be maintained for individuals who were certified after January 1 2004.OR
• Bachelors degree in a Chemical or Biological field and four years experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician in a clinical laboratory performing testing and related tasks. Certification as MT (ASCP) or MLS (ASCP) or by AMT preferred. Current certification and credential maintenance must be maintained for individuals who were certified after January 1 2004. Note: experience in a specialty lab area will only qualify candidate to work in that specialty area.

Job Related KnowledgeSkills and Abilities(Competencies):

• General knowledge of laboratory terminology equipment materials and techniques regulations and safety.
• Skill in handling of laboratory specimens record keeping and laboratory equipment.
• Skill in identifying cells and cell morphology.
• Skill in using several different computer systems including: word processing dedicated LIS/HIS etc.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions accurately and operate and maintain standard laboratory equipment.
• Ability to work independently within established guidelines to adjust to rapidly changing priorities and apply problemsolving skills.
• Ability to demonstrate performance of job duties to trainees.
• Demonstrate personal integrity efficiency and ability to adjust to rapidly changing testing priorities.
• Ability to work in a multitasking environment and display technical skills at many different workstations throughout the laboratory.

• Generalist experience in Hematology Urinalysis Coagulation and limited Microbiology within last two years preferred. Applicants with recent experience in only Hematology will be considered.

Positions in the laboratory and environs may require working flexible schedules including nights weekendsand holidays; working at multiple laboratory or hospital sites; traveling between laboratories and sites bystairs elevator tram shuttle or other means; exposure to blood and body fluids chemical hazardsradiation; working in a somewhat noisy and crowded environment; wearing gloves and other PersonalProtective Equipment for long periods of time; experiencing occasional temperature control problems inbuilding.