MLS - Lab Scientist

At Santiam Hospital & Clinics, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Our commitment to excellence in patient care is matched by our dedication to employee growth and well-being. As part of our team, you’ll have access to cutting-edge medical technology, ongoing professional development opportunities, and a collaborative culture that encourages innovation and teamwork. Join us at Santiam Hospital & Clinics, where your skills and compassion will be appreciated, and together, we can make a positive impact on the health and lives of our community.

With 11 clinics offering 8 specialties, you’ll be part of a diverse and dynamic healthcare community. We’re proud to have been named the 2024 Best Place to Have a Baby, Best Hospital as well as receiving accolades for our Surgery Center and Women’s Clinic, reflecting our unwavering commitment to providing exceptional care for our patients.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform moderate and high complexity laboratory testing according to internal and external standards, requirements, and policy, including regulations established through CLIA. 
• Review accuracy and evaluate reliability of testing results.
• According to Hospital policy, notify proper parties of critical testing results.
• Respond tactfully and appropriately to evaluation that results from Laboratory Service quality control and performance improvement activity, applying conclusions of such evaluation to improve personal performance.
• Properly maintain and troubleshoot equipment used to execute functions of position, and adequately document such maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Maintain a clean and efficient work area through adherence to internal and external protocols and standards, including those that pertain to safe management of biohazard materials.
• Monitor inventory of supplies used to execute functions of position, and properly notify designated staff when such supply requires restock.
• Annually demonstrate competency in all pertinent patient testing specialties.
• Perform other duties assigned by Laboratory Director or designee.

EDUCATION/REQUIREMENTS

• Knowledge of principles that relate to the position
• Aptitude in verbal and written communication, including ability to communicate with persons in all demographic groups
• Possession of a Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited school of medical laboratory science, with documentation of coursework required according to regulations established though the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act of 1988 (CLIA)
• Possession of applicable certification by the American Society of Clinical Pathology Board of Certification
• Possession of United States proof of citizenship or right to work in the United States
• Possession of a driver license or analogous identification
• Willingness to participate in Hospital orientation and educational in-service

BENEFITS

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
• PTO and holiday pay
• Employee Referral Program
• 401(k) Retirement
• Life Insurance
• Long Term Disability
• Employee Discounts
• Bilingual Pay Differential for eligible positions
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness for eligible positions
• Tuition Assistance for eligible positions

Santiam Hospital & Clinics is a drug-free workplace in accordance with the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988 and an EEO Affirmative Action Race/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Veteran/Disability Employer.