Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - Hematology (Nights)
About the role
Are you passionate about laboratory science and ready to make a real impact in healthcare? Join Interpath Laboratory’s Hematology Department in beautiful Pendleton, Oregon—where cutting-edge diagnostics meet a supportive and collaborative team! At Interpath Laboratory, we’re more than just a lab—we’re a vital part of patient care. Our team of dedicated Medical Laboratory Scientists (MLS) and Medical Laboratory Technicians (MLT) play a critical role in delivering timely and accurate results to healthcare providers. If you're looking for a workplace that values innovation, teamwork, and precision, this is your opportunity to thrive in a high-performing lab environment.
Responsibilities
- Master Hematology: Perform high-complexity tests, including blood cell counts, coagulation tests, urinalysis, and body fluid analysis.
- Ensure Accuracy: Analyze and interpret results with precision, ensuring rapid and reliable reporting to healthcare providers.
- Operate Advanced Equipment: Work with cutting‑edge lab instruments, maintaining compliance with industry standards.
- Quality & Compliance: Participate in quality control, proficiency testing, and assurance programs to uphold top‑tier laboratory practices.
- Collaborate & Grow: Work alongside a multidisciplinary team, continuously expanding your skills and expertise in a fast‑paced clinical lab.
- Stay Organized: Maintain meticulous records of lab activities and test results.
Requirements
- Work Authorization: Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship.
- Education: Associate's degree in medical technology.
- Certification: ASCP (American Society for Clinical Pathology) certification or an equivalent credential required.
- Reliability: Consistent, punctual, and reliable attendance to ensure continuity of operations and support for our team and patients.
- Physical & Functional Requirements: Able to stand or sit for extended periods while conducting laboratory testing; lift and maneuver up to 25 pounds as needed; distinguish color and pass a vision acuity test in compliance with CAP regulations.
- Safety & Compliance: Role falls under OSHA Category I (potential exposure to blood, body fluids, and/or tissues); Hepatitis‑B vaccination series offered to all employees performing these duties.
Skills
- Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail.
- Excellent communication & teamwork—collaborate effectively in a dynamic lab setting.
- Independence & Adaptability—thrive in a fast‑paced clinical environment.
- Ethics & Confidentiality—commitment to patient privacy and high professional standards.
Benefits
- Discounts – Exclusive employee pricing on in‑house lab testing.
- Comprehensive Medical Coverage – Medical, Dental, Vision with In‑Network & Custom Network discounts.
- 401(K) Retirement Plan – With discretionary employer match.
- Paid Time Off (PTO) – Because work‑life balance matters.
Pay
Position starts at $28 per hour plus an additional 10% nightshift differential.
Schedule
Tuesday - Saturday; 2:00 am - 10:30 am