Medical Technologist – Good Sam Hospital

Labcorp•Portland, OR

3d•Onsite

About The Position

LabCorp is seeking a Technologist to join our team at Good Sam Hospital in Portland, OR. This part-time position is scheduled for 24 hours per week, consisting of three 8-hour shifts. Weekly start times are 6:00 AM or 7:00 AM based on lab needs. The weekday schedule varies and includes every 3rd weekend. At Labcorp, we have a passion for helping people live happy and healthy lives. Every day, we provide vital information that helps our clients and patients understand their health. If you are passionate about helping people and have a drive for service, then Labcorp could be a great next career step! Labcorp is a leading global life sciences company that provides vital information to help doctors, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, researchers, and patients make clear and confident decisions. Through our unparalleled diagnostics and drug development capabilities, we provide insights and accelerate innovations to improve health and improve lives. Here, you can join our nearly 70,000 employees, serving clients in more than 100 countries, as we work together to transform approaches to patient care.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a Chemical or Biological Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or Medical Technology
ASCP or AMT certification
Proficient with computers
Familiarity with laboratory information systems
Ability to work independently and within a team environment
High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills
Able to pass a standardized color blindness test

Nice To Haves

1 year or more of experience in Blood Bank

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
Serve as a lead technologist within the Blood Bank, providing technical guidance and workflow support
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 preventative maintenance and quality control procedures
Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary
Support testing and workflow in additional laboratory areas as needed, including specimen processing
Assist with processing of specimens when needed
Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment