• Medical Lab Scientist III

    Actalent (Portland, OR)


    Job Title: Medical Lab Scientist IIIJob Description

     

    Join a dynamic and fast-paced inpatient laboratory environment as a Medical Lab Scientist III, specializing in Blood Bank Medical Technology. You will be responsible for preparing patient samples, performing a range of laboratory tests, and ensuring the accuracy and reliability of results to support quality patient care.

    Responsibilities

    + Prepare patient samples for testing and determine the acceptability of specimens and results.

    + Repeat specimen testing as necessary to ensure accuracy.

    + Perform Hematology, Chemistry, and Urinalysis testing.

    + Conduct laboratory tests and procedures using techniques such as ELISA, RNA extraction, and flow cytometry.

    + Carry out manual, semi-automated, and automated biochemical, hematological, microbiological, and/or blood bank analyses on varied patient specimens.

    + Maintain, calibrate, operate, and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation.

    + Accurately prepare, label, and store reagents, standards, controls, and specimens for analysis.

    + Report accurate and timely test results to deliver quality patient care.

    + Participate in quality assurance and quality improvement activities.

    + Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary.

    + Recognize normal, abnormal, unusual, and critical results and take appropriate action as established by laboratory policy.

    + Verify the accuracy of results and initiate corrective action when indicated.

    Essential Skills

    + Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Medical Technology, or related science.

    + Certified Medical Technologist (MT), Medical Lab Scientist (MLS), or Clinical Laboratory Scientist (CLS) certification from ASCP, NCA, AMT, or AAB.

    + Blood Bank experience is required.

    + Experience in a hospital or clinical laboratory setting, including externships.

    + Proficiency in hematology, clinical chemistry, coagulation, urinalysis, and/or microscopy.

    + Ability to operate and maintain laboratory instruments.

    + Strong communication and organizational skills.

    + High level of attention to detail.

    Additional Skills & Qualifications

    + Experience with laboratory information systems is a plus.

    + Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

    + Coachable and able to take and initiate feedback well.

    + Proven history of reliability and positive attendance.

    Work Environment

    Work in a large hospital lab, serving as the central lab for all inpatient samples. The environment is fast-paced and high-throughput. The schedule is Monday to Friday from 1:00 PM to 9:30 AM with rotating weekends. Initially, the contract duration is three months with possibilities of extension based on performance and business needs. The lab is equipped with state-of-the-art technologies to ensure the highest standards of patient care.

    Pay and Benefits

    The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $45.00/hr.

     

    Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

     

    • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

     

    Workplace Type

     

    This is a fully onsite position in Portland,OR.

     

    Application Deadline

     

    This position is anticipated to close on Jun 6, 2025.

    About Actalent

    Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

     

    The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

     

    If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.