Technical Lab Assistant-- WVH

Location Site: West Valley Hospital

Department: WVH Laboratory

Position Type: Part Time

Start Time: 22:00

West Valley Hospital located in Dallas, Oregon, a part of Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics, has served the community for more than 100 years. It is the proud home of Polk County's only 24-hour emergency department, extending round-the-clock care to Dallas, Monmouth, Independence, and surrounding rural communities. The recently remodeled and expanded Hospital offers a wide range of services including: emergency, imaging, lab, surgery, rehabilitation, and so much more.

Dallas, Oregon is known for being a welcoming, safe and livable community, with big-city access to Salem and Portland, while preserving its small-town character. Set in the picturesque mid-Willamette Valley, along the foothills of the Oregon coast range, Dallas is surrounded by rolling hills, forests, and creeks, and those who enjoy beautiful scenery or an active lifestyle find Dallas a great place to call home. Downtown Dallas is a popular spot with many exciting local shops and restaurants. Located in the heart of Oregon's Willamette Valley wine country, the town is home to many wineries and vineyards, plus long-celebrated community events such as the annual Polk County Fair.

You'll be right at home in Dallas, Oregon!

Your Role With Us:

The Technical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for the smooth and timely flow of collecting and /or processing of patient specimens from multiple clinical disciplines. Additionally, the Technical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for the accurate performance and reporting of waived and moderately complex laboratory tests, use of controls to assure accuracy of test results and the exercise of judgment in the case of questionable or abnormal results.

Core Functions:

• Assists in the development of policies, procedures, processes, performance improvement and quality assurance in accordance with accreditation requirements.
• Effectively prioritizes work so that efficiency is optimal and turnaround time expectations are continually met. Flexibility in tasks and bench assignments exhibited as workload requires.
• Resolves technical problems without delay. Demonstrates good working knowledge of web based programs.
• Performs specimen collection to obtain appropriate samples from patients for the tests ordered as stated in the Phlebotomy procedure and the Salem Health Directory of Service
• Collections include: venous blood, capillary blood, arterial blood, swab, and breath tests
• Process and perform EKGs on patients with the ability to troubleshoot inadequate reads, and recognize critical EKG results.
• Appropriately handle lab specimens in a timely and accurate manner
• Participates in available continuing education programs to maintain and improve professional skills. Which includes obtaining a minimum of 5 CEU's annually.

Total Rewards Offerings:

Salem Health's comprehensive benefits package prioritizes your mental and physical health, financial stability, family obligations and professional growth.

• Relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
• Full comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Short and long-term disability
• Live Well Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(K) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) accrual and holiday pay
• Onsite fitness center with 24/7 badge access
• Education assistance program
• Public service loan forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
• Food and drink discounts in the cafeteria.
• Impressive discounts offered by Nike, Adidas, Carhartt and others.

Background/Expertise:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
  
• One (1) year's laboratory training/experience in a clinical laboratory or minimum of 3 quarters of college level course work that includes laboratory activities.
  
• Familiarity with medical terminology is considered a strong asset in this position.
  
• Prior experience with Laboratory Information Systems and Hospital Information Systems is highly desirable.

• Clinical rotation at Salem Hospital
• Minimum of (1) year of related experience in either a clinical, medical office, or research setting.
• Experience in team process, quality management, and problem solving.
• Experience with a Laboratory Information System.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other status or condition protected by law.

Salem Health Hospitals and Clinics is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for applicants. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact my.recruiter@salemhealth.org