Department Overview

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This position provides technical support in the Core Laboratory to complete laboratory testing for OHSU hospital and clinic patients. The incumbent will be a qualified Medical Laboratory Scientist with generalist experience or equivalent capable of performing laboratory testing and associated activities needed to support the technical services provided by the Core Lab.

Testing is performed in: Transfusion Service, Chemistry, Hematology, Coagulation, Body Fluids and limited Microbiology. Specimen processing, test performance, and result reporting is performed independently after appropriate training. Supervisor or director review of results is required in situations dictated by policy or procedures. The person filling this position will be of professional demeanor and perform their duties with behaviors which will best serve the clients of the department.

Function/Duties of Position

Medical Laboratory Science Bench Duties

• Perform routine lab testing; accurately record results and interpretations by computer entry and/or legibly in writing.
• Use lab instruments, supplies and equipment responsibly and according to lab and manufacturer's guidelines and Transfusion Service procedures.
• Perform complex serologic testing to resolve problems encountered in routine testing, accurately record results and interpretations.
• Obtain consult to resolve issues.
• Recognize incorrect or unusual blood product orders and take steps to modify the order after consult with patient physician or Transfusion Service medical staff or resident.
• Maintain and manage an adequate inventory of perishable blood products and ensure that excessive wastage does not occur.
• Choose appropriate blood products for patients based on urgency of need, available inventory, lab results, and therapeutic requirements.
• Prepare blood components; document preparation, and label correctly.
• Sign in blood products received from Red Cross with appropriate documentation. Issue and receive blood products to and from patient care areas.
• Document transactions involving blood products correctly and legibly, i.e., receive/issue documentation; verbal orders; and orders placed with Red Cross, etc.
• Follow established policies and procedures, but also have knowledge and authority to modify in special situations; bring these to the attention of the Technical Coordinator, Manager, or Medical Director. Seek guidance from or notify the Technical Coordinator, Manager, Medical Director, or Resident, when appropriate.
• Train new personnel and mentor personnel in Transfusion Service procedures and policies while promoting excellent customer service, communication and teamwork.
• Guide, instruct, and evaluate Medical Technician and Medical Laboratory Scientist students.
• Ensure department specific turn-around times are met for tests, products and services.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Science which includes a clinical lab externship, and current certification as MT (ASCP), or MLS (ASCP) within 90 days of hire.
  • Current certification and credential maintenance must be maintained for individuals who were certified after January 1, 2004.
• OR 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. Current certification and credential maintenance must be maintained for individuals who were certified after January 1, 2004.
• OR 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. Current certification and credential maintenance must be maintained for individuals who were certified after January 1, 2004.

Note: Experience in a specialty lab area will only qualify candidate to work in that specialty area.

Registration, Certifications or Licenses

• MLS (ASCP) or MLT (ASCP) eligible or equivalent.

Experience

• For Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science: At least one year of clinical lab experience.
• For Medical Laboratory Technician: Four years of experience in a clinical laboratory.

Job Related Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Technical knowledge, maturity, professionalism and flexibility.

Additional Details

Environment, Physical Demands & Equipment Usage

Positions in the laboratory and environs may require working flexible schedules including nights weekends and holidays; working at 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 of time; experiencing occasional temperature control problems in building.

Positions in laboratory departments require the ability to carry and lift up to 30 lbs.; ability to stand or sit for 4-8 hours depending on the tasks assigned; ability to bend, reach, and carry as required for assigned tasks; ability to utilize simple and complicated laboratory equipment and computers; ability to utilize multi-line phones, pagers, dictation equipment, and office equipment.

All are welcome