Medical Laboratory Technician - Full Time

Lake Health District•Lakeview, OR

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Conduct routine and complex laboratory diagnostic tests and procedures. Collect, test, and store blood; maintain blood bank records; perform blood bank procedures. Perform and observe chemical tests on patient's specimens and record all results. Use and maintain all laboratory equipment. Receive blood specimens, perform blood tests and study morphology of blood components. Perform bacteriological tests on body fluids, exudates, skin scrapings and surgical specimens. Perform immunological and serological test on body fluids and other specimens. Document all test results. Perform venipunctures and skin punctures based on thorough knowledge of test requirements; assist in clinical laboratory sample reference preparation. Remain current on State and Federal regulations related to position and duties. Follow all protocols regarding safety precautions as defined by facility policy and OSHA regulations. Study blood samples for use in transfusions by identifying the number of cells, the cell morphology or the blood group, blood type, and compatibility with other blood types. Operate sophisticated laboratory equipment, such as microscopes and cell counters. Discuss results and findings of laboratory tests and procedures with physicians. Participate in shared on-call rotation outside of normal staffing hours, including weekends, nights, and holidays. Exposure to infectious specimens/potential infections via patient contact during specimen collection.

Requirements

Associate degree and/or transcription reflecting core science requirements per CLIA and Oregon state regulations.
National certification required.
Computer skills required.
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Excellent written & verbal communication skills.
Ability to interact with staff & patients in positive manner.
Exceptional organizational & time management skills.
Ability to work well under pressure.
Demonstrates accuracy & attention to detail.
Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check.
Successful completion of 500-hour probationary period.
Criminal background check and pre-employment drug screen required upon conditional job offer.

Nice To Haves

One year experience hospital laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct routine and complex laboratory diagnostic tests and procedures.
Collect, test, and store blood.
Maintain blood bank records.
Perform blood bank procedures.
Perform and observe chemical tests on patient's specimens and record all results.
Use and maintain all laboratory equipment.
Receive blood specimens, perform blood tests and study morphology of blood components.
Perform bacteriological tests on body fluids, exudates, skin scrapings and surgical specimens.
Perform immunological and serological test on body fluids and other specimens.
Document all test results.
Perform venipunctures and skin punctures based on thorough knowledge of test requirements.
Assist in clinical laboratory sample reference preparation.
Remain current on State and Federal regulations related to position and duties.
Follow all protocols regarding safety precautions as defined by facility policy and OSHA regulations.
Study blood samples for use in transfusions by identifying the number of cells, the cell morphology or the blood group, blood type, and compatibility with other blood types.
Operate sophisticated laboratory equipment, such as microscopes and cell counters.
Discuss results and findings of laboratory tests and procedures with physicians.
Participate in shared on-call rotation outside of normal staffing hours, including weekends, nights, and holidays.