Medical Laboratory Scientist

Department Overview This position provides technical support to complete laboratory testing for OHSU hospital and clinic patients. The Medical Laboratory Scientist aids clinicians in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases by accurately testing patient microbiology specimens, correlating data and reporting results quickly to support quality patient care. Specimen processing, culture reading from different sources, performing identification and susceptibility testing for different organisms, and result reporting is performed independently after appropriate training. Supervisor or director review of results is required in situations dictated by policy or procedure. Employees in this class have general knowledge of laboratory and microbiology, specific terminology, equipment, materials, techniques, and safety procedures. The person filling this position will demonstrate professional demeanor and perform duties with an attitude that best serves the clients of the department. Function/Duties of Position Laboratory Testing: The Microbiology Technologist aids clinicians in the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of diseases by accurately testing patient microbiology specimens, performing ID and susceptibilities and reporting results in a timely manner. Handles and stores samples to prevent contamination or mislabeling. Ensures compliance with quality control to achieve highest quality patient care. Performs daily, weekly and monthly QC to comply with CAP requirements. Prepares samples for testing, determines acceptability of microbiology and molecular specimens, interprets and reads cultures, performs susceptibility testing and reports results according to M100 guidelines and CAP requirements. Reports test results via computer and telephone. Equipment Quality Control and Maintenance: Ensures compliance with quality control and quality assurance programs, performs QC procedures with documentation, takes corrective action, reviews unresolved problems with manager and technical coordinator, reports action limit results, performs proficiency testing and reports results. Other Duties as Assigned. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Lab Science, Medical Laboratory Science, Chemical or Biological field, and current certification MT (ASCP) or MLS (ASCP) within 90 days of hire. Current certification and credential maintenance must be maintained for individuals certified after January 1, 2004. Certification as MT (ASCP) or MLS (ASCP) or by AMT preferred. Completion of a 2-year accredited Medical Laboratory Technician program, plus MLT (ASCP) or equivalent certification within 90 days of hire, and 4 years of experience in a clinical laboratory. Certification as MT (ASCP) or MLS (ASCP) or by AMT preferred. Bachelor's degree in a Chemical or Biological field, and four years’ experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician in a clinical laboratory performing testing and related tasks. Certification as MT (ASCP) or MLS (ASCP) or by AMT preferred. Preferred Qualifications Three years of experience with microbiology testing. Additional Details Positions may require flexible schedules including nights, weekends and holidays; multiple laboratory or hospital sites; traveling between laboratories and sites by stairs, elevator, tram, shuttle or other means; exposure to blood and body fluids, chemical hazards, radiation; working in a somewhat noisy and crowded environment; wearing gloves and other personal protective equipment for long periods; occasional temperature control problems in building. Why apply to OHSU? We are Oregon's only public academic health center. We care for patients, lead groundbreaking research, train the next generation of health care professionals, and are Portland's largest employer. We offer opportunities to learn and advance across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We strive to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr Oregon Health & Science University