Medical Laboratory Technologist

Position Details

Position Information

Department Student Health Services (MSH) Classification Title Medical Lab Technologist Job Title Medical Laboratory Technologist Appointment Type Classified Staff Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Employment Category Academic Year Job Summary

This recruitment will be used to fill one full-time, 9-month, academic year, Medical Laboratory Technologist position for the Student Health Services at Oregon State University (OSU).

The Student Health Services (SHS) mission is to provide leadership for the health of the University community. This position contributes to the mission of SHS through teamwork and collaboration, participates in organizational committees, provides University outreach, and strives to contribute to the academic success of OSU students.

The purpose of this position at Student Health Services (SHS) is to perform a variety of laboratory technical and clerical duties to assist clinicians in the diagnosis and treatment of medical problems and diseases.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves - we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS:

• Top 1.4% university in the world

• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined

• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.

• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties

• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone

• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates

• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color

• 217k+ alumni worldwide

• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.

• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.

• Retirement savings paid by the university.

• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.

• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.

• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.

Key Responsibilities

60% - LABORATORY PROCEDURES & PATIENT TESTING

15% - EQUIPMENT / SYSTEMS - USE, QUALITY CONTROL & MAINTENANCE

15% - ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

10% - TRAINING

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

• Medical Technologist (MT), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) certification by American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP), American Medical Technologists (AMT), H.E.W, or equivalent.

• Work history of excellent customer service skills.

• Ability to perform phlebotomy.

• Experience with a variety of automated and manual testing methodologies.

• Current basic life support certification, or the ability to obtain this within 60 days of hiring.

• Proficiency in navigating Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.

• Ability to work independently after fully trained.

• Ability to prioritize work and multitask, work at a rapid pace with multiple interruptions and frequent re-prioritization of workload.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

What We Would Like You to Have

• A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity.

• Recent work experience in a CLIA non-waived clinical laboratory.

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

• This is a 9-month position and is required to share evening and weekend work schedules with other laboratory staff within a defined schedule.

• This position is deemed "essential" and may be required to report to work during emergency university closures or work curtailments.

• This position requires a high degree of public contact in person and via telephone daily.

• This position is exposed to communicable and infectious diseases, chemicals and reagents daily.

• Experiences interaction with emotionally stressed patients periodically.

Pay Method Hourly Pay Period 16th - 15th of the following month Pay Date Last working day of the month Min Salary $22.62 Max Salary $34.56 Link to Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/12267

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P04725CT Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 04/22/2024 Anticipated Appointment End Date Posting Date 03/20/2024 Full Consideration Date 06/15/2024 Closing Date 08/02/2024 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants Special Instructions to Applicants

The full consideration date and closing date have been extended in order to expand the original applicant pool. For full consideration, applications should be received by June 15, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

Applications will be reviewed based on the information submitted on the employment profile with education and work history along with any other requested documentation i.e. posting specific question responses, 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 for this position. Cover letters are optional for this position and will not be used for evaluating your qualifications.

Equivalent required experience is based on full-time equivalent (40 hours per week).

PLEASE NOTE: If you have volunteer experience relevant to this position, please include in the Employment History section and note length of time, average number of hours per week and major duties.

Typically, the starting salary is at the lower end of the salary range.

For additional information please contact: Mark Hornabrook at Mark.hornabrook@oregonstate.edu or 541-737-7548.

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has "critical or security-sensitive" responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.

Any required license and/or certification may be uploaded as License or Certification 1. The online application system will allow you to attach your license/certification if the PDF file is 9MB or less. If over 9MB in size, submit to contact person listed. The license and/or certification must be received by the closing date if not uploaded with your application.

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