Medical Laboratory Scientist
CommonSpirit Health · Pendleton, OR · 1 wk ago
Science$37.22–$55.37/hrContract
About the role
The Medical Laboratory Scientist will perform and report a wide range of analytical procedures on patient specimens, ensuring accurate and timely results vital for patient diagnosis and treatment. They will provide excellent patient care through clinical correlation of results, identify patterns of bias, notify appropriate caregivers of critical values, and complete testing within established turn-around-time limits.
Responsibilities
- Performs and reports waived, moderately complex, and highly complex test procedures on patient specimens adhering to the Section’s Standard Operating Procedures to ensure accurate and timely reporting
- Provides excellent patient care through clinical correlation of results, identification of patterns of bias, rapid notification of appropriate caregivers of critical values, and completion of testing within established turn-around-time limits
- Ensures that major automated equipment is operational by performing required maintenance, calibration and troubleshooting procedures; including contacting of instrument vendor for assistance or repair
- Performs required calibration and quality control procedures and maintains records to ensure tests are being performed within established parameters
- Performs proficiency testing as assigned and review results with laboratory clinical leaders
- Assists in evaluation and generation of compliant documentation for the validation of new procedures and equipment to provide the physician with the most current laboratory technology
Requirements
- Bachelor’s of Science in a biological or chemical science as defined by CLIA
- International Medical Laboratory Scientist (preferred)
- Blood Banking, upon hire
- Chemistry - ASCP
- Clinical Laboratory ScientistClinical Laboratory Technologist
- Technologist in Molecular Biology
- Medical Laboratory Scientist - Med Technologist
- Medical Technologist AAB
- Technologist in Microbiology
- Medical Technologist AMT
- Specialist in Hematology
- Specialist in Microbiobiology
- Med Technologist - ASCP
- Histotechnologist
Qualifications
- Advanced technical proficiency
- Exceptional problem-solving skills
- Meticulous attention to detail
- Strong scientific foundation
- Commitment to accuracy and regulatory adherence
Skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Knowledge of laboratory equipment and techniques
Benefits
- Comprehensive health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Retirement plans
Pay
The posted compensation range of $37.22 - $55.37 /hour is a reasonable estimate that extends from the lowest to the highest pay CommonSpirit in good faith believes it might pay for this particular job, based on the circumstances at the time of posting.
Schedule
Varies
Shift
Varies
Remote
No
Category
Laboratory
Travel
No