Medical Laboratory Scientist - Lab Clinical Lab - FT Evenings

Sky Lakes Medical Center • Klamath Falls, OR

6d • $76,544 - $114,379

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist performs laboratory testing and evaluates results in accordance with established procedures. The role requires recognizing suspect or unexpected results, investigating potential errors or interferences with clinicians and colleagues, reporting critical values, and completing testing within turnaround-time expectations, including STAT and timed testing.

The position also supports laboratory quality and patient safety by performing quality control, quality assurance, instrument maintenance and calibration, and proficiency testing. The scientist follows procedures for patient and specimen identification and handling, reports errors and unsafe conditions, works effectively with colleagues across departments and shifts, and supports compliance and integrity initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree in chemical, physical, biological, or medical laboratory science from an accredited college or university.
• Current national certification or licensure at the Technologist/Scientist level from an accredited credentialing agency, or proof of qualification to sit for and pass the MLS examination within 3 months of hire.
• MT or MLT (ASCP) certification or equivalent.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks, recognize discrepancies and unexpected results, exercise sound judgment within established procedures, and escalate issues that may affect patient care or laboratory result accuracy.
• Light to medium physical demand capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Review and evaluate test results before release in accordance with established laboratory procedures.
• Recognize suspect results, investigate potential errors or interferences, and consult clinicians and colleagues as needed.
• Report critical test values to appropriate individuals according to established procedures.
• Complete testing efficiently within turnaround-time expectations, including STAT and timed testing requirements.
• Maintain accuracy and address errors through established reporting, investigation, and corrective-action processes.
• Perform quality control, quality assurance, and preventive maintenance activities according to laboratory protocols.
• Maintain and calibrate assigned analytical instruments according to established procedures.
• Perform and evaluate controls before reporting patient results, as applicable; document required activities and participate in proficiency testing and quality-improvement activities.
• Notify department coordinators of out-of-control QC, discrepant results, and unexpected findings within established time frames.
• Follow laboratory policies when test systems do not meet established performance criteria.
• Follow policies and procedures for patient identification, specimen collection, labeling, and handling.
• Report errors, near misses, and unsafe conditions through established processes.
• Support colleagues, maintain effective working relationships across departments and shifts, and contribute to problem-solving and improvement initiatives.
• Meet attendance expectations and follow staffing policies; demonstrate flexibility in scheduling and assignments to meet departmental needs.
• Conduct activities professionally and confidentially, comply with applicable laws and policies, report suspected violations, and cooperate with investigations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time