Adventist Health Portland
Medical Technologist, FT Day shift
Adventist Health Portland, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Overview
Medical Technologist, FT Day shift at Adventist Health Portland — on-site in Portland, Oregon. Salary range: $36.08 - $54.07. This is a full-time Day shift position located on-site in Portland, Oregon. Job Summary
Performs chemical, microscopic, and microbiological test assays and related duties to obtain results for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease. Performs related duties in laboratory to include storing and labeling specimens and using manual and automatic equipment to prepare specimens and perform analytical tests. Performs procedures that are not restricted to licensed clinical laboratory scientists as defined by State licensure regulations. Supervises phlebotomists, offers suggestions and provides guidance as needed. Responsibilities
Prepares sterile media in plates, jars or test tubes for use in growing bacterial cultures; incubates culture for specific times at prescribed temperatures. Prepares solutions, reagents and stains, following standard laboratory formulas and procedures. Demonstrates a working knowledge of the policies and procedures related to Medical Laboratory Technologist duties and operates within those requirements. Maintains detailed records of tests performed and reports laboratory test results to appropriate personnel; recognizes quality control shifts and trends and takes appropriate action. Evaluates the validity of results obtained. Calibrates and performs routine maintenance on test equipment. Cleans and sterilizes laboratory equipment, glassware and instruments. Maintains laboratory supplies of chemicals and glassware. Collects blood specimens from patients using venipuncture, or heel or finger stick. Performs Point-of-Care Testing waived tests and urinalysis as required. Inspects blood and blood components for abnormal appearance and takes corrective actions if unsatisfactory. Performs quality control with each test or as required by the manufacturer to check accuracy and reproducibility; if out of control, takes corrective action. Assists in instructing or training new personnel. Investigates and follows up on issues or irregularities with patient specimens or orders and documents those investigations for the Quality Manager. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, biological sciences, chemical sciences or allied health technologies or equivalent: Required Two years Medical Technologist experience in hospital setting: Preferred Current certification from American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or National Credentialing Agency for Labs (NCA): For CA and HI: Preferred Current certification from ASCP or MT-AMT certification or equivalent: Required in OR ASCP Certification (or MT-AMT) Required by Facility Essential Functions
Prepares sterile media in plates, jars or test tubes for use in growing bacterial cultures; incubates culture for specific times at prescribed temperatures. Maintains and follows standard laboratory formulas, procedures and policies; operates within requirements. Maintains detailed records of tests performed and reports results to appropriate personnel; evaluates QC data and takes corrective actions as needed. Calibrates and performs routine maintenance on test equipment; cleans and sterilizes equipment; maintains supplies. Collects blood specimens and performs Point-of-Care Testing waived tests and urinalysis as required; inspects samples for quality and takes corrective actions. Performs quality control and documents investigations related to patient specimens or orders; supports training of new personnel. Performs other duties as assigned. Organizational Requirements
Adventist Health requires all associates to receive required vaccinations where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. E-Verify participates; see E-Verify information for more details. By applying, you acknowledge reading the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices. About Us
Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Our team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, medical staff and volunteers driven by a mission: living God\'s love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
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Medical Technologist, FT Day shift at Adventist Health Portland — on-site in Portland, Oregon. Salary range: $36.08 - $54.07. This is a full-time Day shift position located on-site in Portland, Oregon. Job Summary
Performs chemical, microscopic, and microbiological test assays and related duties to obtain results for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease. Performs related duties in laboratory to include storing and labeling specimens and using manual and automatic equipment to prepare specimens and perform analytical tests. Performs procedures that are not restricted to licensed clinical laboratory scientists as defined by State licensure regulations. Supervises phlebotomists, offers suggestions and provides guidance as needed. Responsibilities
Prepares sterile media in plates, jars or test tubes for use in growing bacterial cultures; incubates culture for specific times at prescribed temperatures. Prepares solutions, reagents and stains, following standard laboratory formulas and procedures. Demonstrates a working knowledge of the policies and procedures related to Medical Laboratory Technologist duties and operates within those requirements. Maintains detailed records of tests performed and reports laboratory test results to appropriate personnel; recognizes quality control shifts and trends and takes appropriate action. Evaluates the validity of results obtained. Calibrates and performs routine maintenance on test equipment. Cleans and sterilizes laboratory equipment, glassware and instruments. Maintains laboratory supplies of chemicals and glassware. Collects blood specimens from patients using venipuncture, or heel or finger stick. Performs Point-of-Care Testing waived tests and urinalysis as required. Inspects blood and blood components for abnormal appearance and takes corrective actions if unsatisfactory. Performs quality control with each test or as required by the manufacturer to check accuracy and reproducibility; if out of control, takes corrective action. Assists in instructing or training new personnel. Investigates and follows up on issues or irregularities with patient specimens or orders and documents those investigations for the Quality Manager. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, biological sciences, chemical sciences or allied health technologies or equivalent: Required Two years Medical Technologist experience in hospital setting: Preferred Current certification from American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or National Credentialing Agency for Labs (NCA): For CA and HI: Preferred Current certification from ASCP or MT-AMT certification or equivalent: Required in OR ASCP Certification (or MT-AMT) Required by Facility Essential Functions
Prepares sterile media in plates, jars or test tubes for use in growing bacterial cultures; incubates culture for specific times at prescribed temperatures. Maintains and follows standard laboratory formulas, procedures and policies; operates within requirements. Maintains detailed records of tests performed and reports results to appropriate personnel; evaluates QC data and takes corrective actions as needed. Calibrates and performs routine maintenance on test equipment; cleans and sterilizes equipment; maintains supplies. Collects blood specimens and performs Point-of-Care Testing waived tests and urinalysis as required; inspects samples for quality and takes corrective actions. Performs quality control and documents investigations related to patient specimens or orders; supports training of new personnel. Performs other duties as assigned. Organizational Requirements
Adventist Health requires all associates to receive required vaccinations where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply. E-Verify participates; see E-Verify information for more details. By applying, you acknowledge reading the E-Verify Participation and Right to Work notices. About Us
Adventist Health is a faith-based, nonprofit, integrated health system serving more than 100 communities on the West Coast and Hawaii with over 440 sites of care, including 27 acute care facilities. Our team of more than 38,000 includes employees, physicians, medical staff and volunteers driven by a mission: living God\'s love by inspiring health, wholeness and hope. Seniority level
Entry level Employment type
Full-time Job function
Research, Analyst, and Information Technology Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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