Lab Specimen Processor Jobs in Portland, OR (NOW HIRING)

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JOB TITLE: Medical Technologist

SUPERVISOR: Laboratory Manager

HOURS PER WEEK: 40/Non-Exempt (Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:30pm)

DEPARTMENT: Laboratory

HIRING BONUS: $1,000 after 90 days

The following information is designed to outline the essential functions and position requirements of this job. It does not identify all tasks that may be expected, nor address the performance standards that must be maintained.

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Responsible for performing testing on specimens, maintaining instrumentation, documenting quality assurance and quality control, troubleshooting and resolving issues (instrument, procedural, specimen processing, patient and/ or reference laboratory) and reporting results

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (*ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)
1. Process samples following written procedures and turn out results for the following benches: Urinalysis, Hematology, Chemistry, Special Chemistry, Immunology, Microbiology, Molecular, Serology
2. Monitor quality of and trouble-shoot potential problems with laboratory instruments. *
3. Perform preventative maintenance on lab equipment.
4. Run and evaluate quality control specimens on all assays and procedures as required. Troubleshoot and resolve issues. Report issues to management when necessary. *
5. Run and report proficiency testing specimens to meet the established due date. *
6. Assist in the evaluation of new assay procedures. *
7. Conduct inventory of lab supplies, maintaining adequate inventory. Replenish supplies as needed and discard containers appropriately. * Maintain clean work area and dispose of bio-hazardous waste properly. *
8. Act as back-up to phlebotomist and specimen processor as required.
9. Update lab procedure manuals.
10. Prepare specimens for future analysis in house (i.e. freeze, refrigerate, protect from light, as needed).
11. Prepare samples for transport and analysis to the correct reference laboratory.
12. Enter test data into computer, maintain logs and records, and compile statistics for control data. *
13. Answer phone and notify proper personnel regarding unexpected or action limit test results.
14. Participate as an active team member in a patient-centered medical home.
15. Be courteous and or respectful to all customers or members of the public while in the course and scope of company business. *
16. Work cooperatively with management/supervision, coworkers, customers and vendors. *
17. Abide by all company policies. *
18. Other tasks as assigned. *
19. Maintain regular, in person, work attendance and punctuality, as scheduled.*

REQUIREMENTS:
Medical Technologist or ASCP equivalent

PREFERENCES:
Able to learn new ideas relating to technology and medical testing
Ability to organize work for efficient production and good record keeping
Ability to make complex decisions
Values team success
Compassionate, patient, and tactful
Shows an interest in taking action to increase his/her knowledge and development as an employee
Contributes to an environment where people feel valued
Proficiency in charting and documentation
Oral communication skills and excellent phone etiquette with an ability to convey and receive information via the telephone
Competency in language, grammar, and spelling
Ability to interact and establish a good rapport with people over the telephone and in person, often in stressful situations
Ability to multi-task
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations and to work under pressure
Ability to accept responsibility and use initiative to proceed with necessary tasks without direct supervision

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS (Benefits eligibility begins at 20hrs/wk):
401k plan with employer contributions up to 5% annually
Roth IRA
Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision insurance
Flexible Spending Account
Health Savings Account
Company provided $10K Group Life/AD&D insurance
Voluntary benefits: Life/AD&D, Dependent Life/AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity
Norton Identity Theft Protection (optional)
Pet Insurance (optional)
4.92 hours of PTO accrual per pay period (PTO accrual is prorated based upon FTE)
One paid Wellness day per year
Seven paid holidays, and 1 partially paid holiday (mid-day closure)
Employee Assistant Program