Lab Services Technician

OUTSIDE IN•Portland, OR

4d•$25 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

This position serves to support the Lab Services Supervisor in overseeing the operations of the Outside In medical laboratory. This includes working with and providing assistance to clinic laboratory volunteers (Lab Assistants) and managing overall laboratory responsibilities.

Requirements

Knowledge Support agency mission and goals
Excellent communication skills
Knowledge of infection control principles and practices
Knowledge of HIPAA laws and patient rights
Able to manage projects independently and/or with little direct supervision
Excellent organization and communication skills
Strong computer skills, including ability to navigate all Microsoft Office products
Able to handle multiple tasks
Able to use Epic
Willingness and ability to learn quickly and adapt to a variety of situations
Able to work with people from diverse ethnic, cultural, socioeconomic and sexual orientation identities and backgrounds
Able to work both independently and as a member of a primary care team
Certified Lab Technician or equivalent clinical experience in a point-of-care testing environment preferred
Phlebotomy certification required within 60 days of hire

Nice To Haves

Previous experience with EMR software, specifically Epic preferred
Previous experience in leadership valued
Bilingual Spanish/English preferred

Responsibilities

Work alongside Lab Assistants to support them in lab operations, including assisting in volunteer orientation and training, with the possibility of volunteer coordination
Assure adequate Lab Assistant coverage in lab to meet provider demands, communicating with supervisor when there are anticipated shortages utilizing CA scheduling tools, including the CA Google Calendar
Facilitate communication between Lab Assistants and staff on various shifts
Draw blood from patients for medical testing.
Prepare and process blood tests.
Assist clinic coordinators, medical assistants, and healthcare providers with clinical and administrative tasks, including overseeing correct specimen collection and performance
Utilize laboratory computers to communicate with healthcare providers around performing, processing, and logging test results
Clean and organize laboratory area, including biannual cleaning of laboratory area
Maintain and sterilize all laboratory equipment appropriately
Coordinate laboratory site inspection visits to mobile clinics and SBHC with Lab Services Supervisor
Work with Lab Services Supervisor to assure proper ordering, stocking, and rotation of laboratory supplies
Model professional behavior for Lab Assistants with clients, staff, and providers
Maintain records of laboratory test results, including archiving past laboratory test logs
Coordinate quality assurance and control tests on CLIA waived laboratory tests
Maintenance and documentation of laboratory equipment and sterilization of lab equipment
Support Lab Services Supervisor in any additional laboratory or laboratory volunteer functions.
Other duties as assigned.