Specimen Receiving & Processing Technician (Medical Laboratory Technician 1)

About the role

The Oregon Health Authority (OHA), Public Health Division (PHD), Oregon State Public Health Laboratory (OSPHL) is seeking a Specimen Receiving & Processing Technician (Medical Laboratory Technician 1) to join our dedicated team.

Responsibilities

• Receiving and processing test samples
• Preparing and shipping test collection kits
• Handling infectious and diagnostic shipments
• Entering and reviewing data
• Processing mail and packages
• Ensuring accuracy in reports and laboratory records

Requirements

• One year of "technical trainee" experience as a Laboratory Assistant in a clinical laboratory
• Completion of a certified clinical laboratory training program
• A Certificate or Associate’s degree in an Applied Science from an accredited Medical or Clinical Laboratory Technician training program
• Relevant knowledge and experience in medical laboratory terminology, equipment, materials, techniques, and basic principles of chemistry, biology, physiology, mathematics, reagent stability, and general lab safety
• Understanding of factors affecting test results and aseptic techniques
• Experience supporting laboratory functions, such as receiving and data entry of test samples, assembly and shipping specimen collection kits, shipping of diagnostic and infectious samples, receiving and processing mail and packages, and other operational lab support duties
• Experience preparing specimens for shipping in compliance with IATA and DOT regulations
• Experience reviewing reports and other paperwork for errors and correcting data to ensure record accuracy
• Experience conveying or correcting information in verbal and written formats
• Experience working with diverse populations
• Familiarity with CLIA regulations, CAP accreditation standards, and OSHA safety standards

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications: One year of "technical trainee" experience as a Laboratory Assistant in a clinical laboratory ORCompletion of a certified clinical laboratory training program ORA Certificate or Associate’s degree in an Applied Science from an accredited Medical or Clinical Laboratory Technician training program
• Note: Relevant knowledge and experience may include knowledge of medical laboratory terminology, equipment, materials, techniques, and basic principles of chemistry, biology, physiology, mathematics, reagent stability, and general lab safety. Understanding of factors affecting test results and aseptic techniques. Skill in proper specimen care, handling, labeling, transportation, and storage; interpreting standard lab procedures; preparing accurate records, effective communication, and safely packaging and shipping infectious agents.

Skills

• Experience supporting laboratory functions, such as receiving and data entry of test samples, assembly and shipping specimen collection kits, shipping of diagnostic and infectious samples, receiving and processing mail and packages, and other operational lab support duties
• Experience preparing specimens for shipping in compliance with IATA and DOT regulations
• Experience reviewing reports and other paperwork for errors and correcting data to ensure record accuracy
• Experience conveying or correcting information in verbal and written formats
• Experience working with diverse populations
• Familiarity with CLIA regulations, CAP accreditation standards, and OSHA safety standards

Benefits

• Excellent, low-cost medical, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family
• Optional benefits like life insurance, disability coverage, deferred compensation, and FSA options for health and childcare
• Generous paid time off: 11 holidays, 3 personal days, monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours/month
• Potential eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Retailer security through Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP)
• Training and development opportunities to grow your career with the State of Oregon

Pay

The salary listed is the non-PERS qualifying range. If the successful candidate qualifies for PERS, the salary range will increase by 6.95%.

Schedule

Standard work hours are 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, with a rotating Saturday shift assigned for specimen receiving and data entry.