This is a contract job opportunity with potential for permanent placement.
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Position : Medical Laboratory Technician 9737
Location : Portland, OR
Projected Duration : 6 months + potential for permanent placement
Job Code : CVDJP00029737
Benefits are available.
Certification : ASCP or AMT certified candidates required.
Education : Associates of Medical Technology
Experience : Microbiology Med Technician - must have experience with bacterial culture reading.
Vaccine Requirement : Hep B, MMR Vaccine - Declination is only allowed for Hep B.
Medical Screening : TB Screen, MMR Screen, Color Vision Screening.
Job Duties / Responsibilities :
- Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria.
- Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
- Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality.
- Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem-solving.
- Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls.
- Report accurate and timely test results to deliver quality patient care.
- Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.
- Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary.
- Assist with processing of specimens when needed.
- Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
- Proficient with computers; familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus.
- High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills.
- Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen.
- Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.
Minimum Requirements :
Associate degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements.
Minimum 10+ years of clinical laboratory testing experience is required.
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