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Lead Medical Technologist – FLOW Cytometry

Portland, Oregon

In this role, you will assist the supervisor and/or technical specialist in meeting the operational needs of the department by overseeing and coordinating operations of a work unit, using independent  judgment within a defined scope. This includes all duties  of  the  Medical Technologist and additional responsibilities requiring application of more specialized knowledge, responsibility, and freedom to act. Holiday and weekend rotation may be required for this position.

Qualifications Include: 

• At least three years of recent clinical laboratory experience as a medical technologist, including at least one year of experience in technical area of responsibility (e.g. Chemistry)
• A bachelor’s degree in medical technology or related science  or working as a medical technologist at Kaiser Permanente  in the Northwest region prior to 2008
• American Medical Technologist Medical Technologist  Certificate or Medical Technologist Certificate or  Medical Lab Scientist  Certificate from the American Society for Clinical Pathologists
• Completion of structured program in medical technology that is recognized by ASCP or NCA or working as a medical technologist at Kaiser Permanente  in the Northwest region prior to 2008
• Basic computer knowledge
• Working knowledge of the equipment related to section or project
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills
• Prioritization and organization skills
• Problem solving and decision-making skills
• Thorough knowledge of the technical section
• Demonstrated verbal and written command of the English language adequate for providing training to laboratory and non-laboratory staff, for communicating specimen collecting and handling requirements and  providing help and support to laboratory and other health care staff

Preferred Qualifications Include:

• At least three  years of experience in technical area of  responsibility
• Demonstrated ability to analyze situations to make operational decisions to meet clinical needs
• Advanced computer knowledge
• Demonstrated skills in organizing, prioritizing, and problem solving

For immediate consideration, please visit http://kp.org/careers for complete qualifications and job submission details, referencing job number 976520.

Kaiser Permanente is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status, genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.

External hires must pass a background check/drug screen. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, including but not limited to the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances.

This position supports Kaiser Permanente’s code of conduct and compliance by adhering to all laws and regulations, accreditation and licensure requirements, and internal policies and procedures.

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