Oregon State University
Medical Laboratory Technologist
Oregon State University, Corvallis, Oregon, United States, 97333
Special Instructions
This posting has been reopened to expand the original applicant pool. Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history and any other requested documentation (posting-specific questions, transcripts, etc.). Your profile must clearly show how you meet the minimum/required qualifications for the position. Resumes are NOT accepted at the application stage. Cover letters are optional and will not be used for evaluating your qualifications.
Position Information Department: Veterinary Diagnostic Lab (VDL) Classification Title: Medical Laboratory Technologist Appointment Type: Classified Staff Employment Category: Regular
Job Summary This recruitment will fill one full-time Medical Laboratory Technologist position for the Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory within the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine at Oregon State University (OSU). The laboratory performs a wide variety of complex clinical laboratory testing in direct support of teaching hospitals, veterinarians, researchers, and clients worldwide. The incumbent will help maintain quality control for all instruments and procedures, develop, optimize, implement new testing procedures, and participate in training students, house officers, and residents.
Key Responsibilities 65% Prioritizes specimens, performs a wide variety of laboratory tests, interprets test results, and communicates results to veterinarians and students via person, telephone, written report, and computer.
20% Operates all instruments used in diagnostic testing, maintains quality control programs, runs quality control checks, cleans and makes minor repairs, schedules non-routine maintenance, and tracks all maintenance activities.
10% Keeps laboratory records, orders and supplies, performs miscellaneous cleaning and disinfection duty, monitors quality control activities, and seeks out and evaluates new ideas for quality control.
5% Trains Clinical Pathology students, house officers, and residents in laboratory test procedures, theories, and principles, and supports a safe, respectful, and professional work environment.
What We Require A Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology; OR a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Microbiology plus one year of experience in a clinical laboratory performing a variety of standard testing and examination procedures under general supervision in support of professional medical laboratory personnel; OR two years of experience equivalent to a Medical Laboratory Technician 2 in a clinical laboratory performing a variety of standard testing and examination procedures under general supervision in support of professional medical laboratory personnel.
What You Will Need
Familiar with automated instrumentation such as hematology, coagulation, and chemistry analyzers.
Experience doing microscopic work such as differentials and urinalysis.
Must demonstrate excellent attention to detail and problem‑solving abilities.
Demonstrated ability to work productively and cooperatively in teams and to communicate respectfully and professionally with a wide variety of individuals.
What We Would Like You to Have
Completion of a three-to-four-year accredited program in Medical Technology followed by a specialized one-year internship through a recognized school and acceptable performance in the laboratory exam through ASCP or NCA; AMT accreditation may be considered.
Experience with veterinary laboratory medicine.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule This position is full-time (1.0 FTE) Monday‑Friday with all shifts between 7:00 am and 6:00 pm.
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed to Apply
Cover Letter
Veterans status proof
Notice of Availability In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and the Campus Crime Statistics Act, OSU publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report covering each university campus location. The report can be requested for no charge by emailing Clery.Compliance@oregonstate.edu.
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Position Information Department: Veterinary Diagnostic Lab (VDL) Classification Title: Medical Laboratory Technologist Appointment Type: Classified Staff Employment Category: Regular
Job Summary This recruitment will fill one full-time Medical Laboratory Technologist position for the Oregon Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory within the Carlson College of Veterinary Medicine at Oregon State University (OSU). The laboratory performs a wide variety of complex clinical laboratory testing in direct support of teaching hospitals, veterinarians, researchers, and clients worldwide. The incumbent will help maintain quality control for all instruments and procedures, develop, optimize, implement new testing procedures, and participate in training students, house officers, and residents.
Key Responsibilities 65% Prioritizes specimens, performs a wide variety of laboratory tests, interprets test results, and communicates results to veterinarians and students via person, telephone, written report, and computer.
20% Operates all instruments used in diagnostic testing, maintains quality control programs, runs quality control checks, cleans and makes minor repairs, schedules non-routine maintenance, and tracks all maintenance activities.
10% Keeps laboratory records, orders and supplies, performs miscellaneous cleaning and disinfection duty, monitors quality control activities, and seeks out and evaluates new ideas for quality control.
5% Trains Clinical Pathology students, house officers, and residents in laboratory test procedures, theories, and principles, and supports a safe, respectful, and professional work environment.
What We Require A Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology; OR a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Microbiology plus one year of experience in a clinical laboratory performing a variety of standard testing and examination procedures under general supervision in support of professional medical laboratory personnel; OR two years of experience equivalent to a Medical Laboratory Technician 2 in a clinical laboratory performing a variety of standard testing and examination procedures under general supervision in support of professional medical laboratory personnel.
What You Will Need
Familiar with automated instrumentation such as hematology, coagulation, and chemistry analyzers.
Experience doing microscopic work such as differentials and urinalysis.
Must demonstrate excellent attention to detail and problem‑solving abilities.
Demonstrated ability to work productively and cooperatively in teams and to communicate respectfully and professionally with a wide variety of individuals.
What We Would Like You to Have
Completion of a three-to-four-year accredited program in Medical Technology followed by a specialized one-year internship through a recognized school and acceptable performance in the laboratory exam through ASCP or NCA; AMT accreditation may be considered.
Experience with veterinary laboratory medicine.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule This position is full-time (1.0 FTE) Monday‑Friday with all shifts between 7:00 am and 6:00 pm.
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Documents Needed to Apply
Cover Letter
Veterans status proof
Notice of Availability In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and the Campus Crime Statistics Act, OSU publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report covering each university campus location. The report can be requested for no charge by emailing Clery.Compliance@oregonstate.edu.
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