Medical Laboratory Scientist

The Medical Technologist/Clinical Laboratory Scientist Journeyman is responsible for the accurate and timely reporting of high complexity laboratory test results with minimal supervision. MT/CLS JRN personnel are capable of performing pre-analytical, analytical and post-analytical duties including specimen evaluation, data analysis, and instrument maintenance and problem resolution. They often work with acute-care and outpatient caregivers, along with other Laboratory Services staff in performing their duties.

Each Laboratory employee is expected to perform all duties in a manner that promotes team concept and reflects the Providence Health and Services mission, philosophy, and core values of respect, compassion, justice, excellence and stewardship.

Adapting to high acuity, high volume clinical setting.
Incorporating multi-tasking in task performance.
Working through critical issues in a timely manner.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Portland Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.
Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree Medical Laboratory Science from a NAACLS accredited MLS program.
• Bachelor's Degree Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Sciences. Or
• National Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Society for Clinical Pathology upon hire. Or
• National Clinical Laboratory Scientist - American Society for Clinical Pathology upon hire. Or
• National Medical Technologist - American Society for Clinical Pathology upon hire. Or
• National Medical Technologist - American Medical Technologists upon hire. Or
• National Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Medical Technologist upon hire.
• 1 year experience as a Medical Laboratory Scientist in a department in the laboratory or exceeds principal duties and functions in the MLS I job description.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3 years clinical laboratory experience in a moderate and high complexity laboratory.

Why Join Providence?
Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.