Are you an experienced Medical Lab Professional? Are you looking to embark on a new challenge in your career, or start your career in Medical Lab Science? If so, LabCorp wants to speak with you about exciting opportunities to join our team as a Medical Technician in Portland, OR. In this position you will work in a fast paced, customer focused, and challenging environment, and will be a part of our overall mission at LabCorp: -Improving Health, Improving Lives.
Schedule : 7 on7 off 9:00PM-7:30AM Thursday-Wednesday
Department : Generalist position that will include some phlebotomy
Location: Good Sam Hospital
Job Duties/Responsibilities :
- Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria
- 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
- Hospital based Generalist position in fast paced hospital. Must be able to work efficiently and accurately in a busy environment and be adaptable to change.
Requirements:
- Associate's degree in a life science or laboratory science/Medical Technology
- Prior affiliation with OFNHP preferred
- Previous experience in a clinical laboratory is preferred
- Must be ASCP certified as a Medical Lab Technician
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment Proficient with computers;
- Familiarity with laboratory information systems are a plus High level of attention detail along with strong communication and organizational skills
- Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen
- Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs
- Experience with automated instrumentation and manual testing in hematology, chemistry, and/ or microbiology desirable.
- Ability to express self concisely, accurately and effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to interact positively with clients, physicians and all staff.
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 and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. For more detailed information, please click here.