Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)/Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)

Indiana University Health System • Portland, OR

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Indiana University Health is seeking a qualified Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) to work at Jay Hospital. Candidates are considered based on their education, certification, experience, and qualifications. The job posting describes the shift inconsistently: its opening says day shift, while the schedule section says full-time night shift. The location is identified as Jay Memorial.

IU Health laboratories provide comprehensive laboratory services, operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and perform more than 19 million tests annually. Laboratory testing services are also provided to hospitals and physicians across the country. Candidates with experience or credentials as an MLS, CLS, MT, or MLT are encouraged to apply.

The MLS performs laboratory tests on patient specimens and provides information used to diagnose, treat, or prevent disease. The role maintains performance records and uses independent judgment to produce acceptable results within quality-control standards. It may include research and development, serving as a resource for staff, instructing students and laboratory or non-laboratory staff, and contributing to procedure development or modification. Work is performed according to standard operating procedures, with additional responsibilities as assigned by management or the laboratory director.

The MLT assists with testing patient specimens and, under direction, may provide information used for diagnosis and treatment. The role helps maintain performance records and uses independent judgment to produce acceptable test results. It follows standard operating procedures, assists with procedure development and modification, and may take on additional responsibilities assigned by management or the laboratory director.

The employer states that it is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities.

Requirements

• Demonstrated knowledge of laboratory techniques and procedures.
• Knowledge of specialized testing equipment and routine maintenance procedures.
• Ability to maintain quality control and other laboratory records.
• Ability to use computer systems to enter, retrieve, and manage laboratory data and test results.
• Knowledge of and adherence to laboratory safety regulations, policies, and protocols.
• MLS: Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related sciences.
• MLS: One year of relevant experience.
• MLS: Certification or eligibility for board certification by ASCP, AMT, NCA, or an equivalent certifying organization; certification must be obtained within 12 months of employment.
• MLS: Analytical skills to make quantitative and qualitative observations.
• MLS: Ability to work independently and handle constant interruptions and concurrent tasks.
• MLT: Bachelor's degree in a related science, with certification not required; alternatively, an associate degree in an approved Medical Laboratory Technician Program; alternatively, a Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician) certification from an official military medical laboratory procedures course of at least 50 weeks, depending on when coursework was completed.
• MLT: Associate-degree candidates must obtain NCA, AMT, ASCP, HEW, or CLA certification within 12 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory tests on patient specimens and provide information for the diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of disease (MLS).
• Assist with laboratory testing on patient specimens and, under direction, provide information for diagnosis and treatment (MLT).
• Maintain or help maintain records of performance and generate acceptable test results within quality-control standards.
• Perform tasks according to standard operating procedures.
• Maintain quality control and other laboratory records.
• Use computer systems to enter, retrieve, and manage laboratory data and test results.
• May participate in research and development activities.
• May serve as a resource for staff inside and outside the department.
• Instruct students and laboratory and non-laboratory staff on laboratory procedures and techniques.
• May assist with or contribute to the development and modification of procedures.
• Assume additional responsibilities as outlined by management or the laboratory director.

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan forgiveness through a government program for qualifying participants who meet its time and qualification requirements
• Employee Assistance Program, including counseling at no cost
• Healthy Results team-member wellness programs, with participation points contributing to a biweekly financial incentive

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time