Schedule: variable schedule including day shift and evening shifts, night shifts

Location: 1225 NE 2nd avenue, Portland, OR

Department: Toxicology Lab

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria
• Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures
• Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality
• Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
• Prepare, test and evaluate new reagents or controls
• Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures
• Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary
• Assist with processing of specimens when needed
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment
• Follow chain of custody rules when handling specimens and samples

Requirements:

• Bachelors? of science degree in biology or chemistry, or equivalent.
• Prior affiliation with OFNHP is preferred
• 1 year of experience in a clinical laboratory is required
• Previous Experience in Toxicology
• CLIA qualified for high complexity testing
• ASCP certification as a Medical Technologist (or equivalent) is a plus
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Proficient with computers
• High level of attention detail along with strong communication and organizational skills
• Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen
• Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs
• Familiarity with laboratory information systems (especially Cerner Millenium and Horizon) are a plus
• Experience in a chain of custody and/or a forensic environment is a plus
• Experience with regulated and non-regulated drug testing is a plus
• Experience with automated testing systems, and/or mass spectrometers (operation and troubleshooting) is a plus
• Experience in sample preparation and purifications is a plus
• Experience in small molecule analysis is a plus

Benefits:?Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.? Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only.?For more detailed information, please?click here.?