Providence·Portland, Oregon
Responsible for the accurate and timely reporting of high complexity laboratory test results with minimal supervision. Duties include specimen evaluation, data analysis, and instrument maintenance while collaborating with acute-care and outpatient caregivers.
Medical Laboratory Scientist at Providence Portland Medical Center in Portland, OR.
Part-Time/Evening and Night Shifts Available - Scheduling will vary and includes weekends and holidays Looking for a rewarding laboratory career with the flexibility of part-time hours and the security of full-time benefits?
Join the exceptional team at Portland Medical Center as a Medical Laboratory Scientist!
In this role, you'll perform complex laboratory testing that directly impacts patient diagnosis and treatment while working alongside a collaborative team dedicated to quality, innovation, and compassionate care.
You'll have the opportunity to utilize your expertise across a variety of laboratory disciplines in a supportive and mission-driven environment.
Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable.
Join our team 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 in Medical Laboratory Science from a NAACLS accredited MLS program.
Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical, Physical, Biological, or Clinical Laboratory Sciences.
Upon hire: National Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Society for Clinical Pathology, or Upon hire: National Clinical Laboratory Scientist - American Society for Clinical Pathology, or Upon hire: National Medical Technologist - American Society for Clinical Pathology, or Upon hire: National Medical Technologist - American Medical Technologists, or Upon hire: National Medical Laboratory Scientist - American Medical Technologist 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.
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. Accepting a new position at another facility that is part of the Providence family of organizations may change your current benefits. Changes in benefits, including paid time-off, happen for various reasons. These reasons can include changes of Legal Employer, FTE, Union, location, time-off plan policies, availability of health and welfare benefit plan offerings, and other various reasons.
At Providence, our strength lies in Our Promise of “Know me, care for me, ease my way.” Working at our family of organizations means that regardless of your role, we’ll walk alongside you in your career, supporting you so you can support others. We provide best-in-class benefits and we foster an inclusive workplace where diversity is valued, and everyone is essential, heard and respected. Together, our 120,000 caregivers (all employees) serve in over 50 hospitals, over 1,000 clinics and a full range of health and social services across Alaska, California, Montana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas and Washington. As a comprehensive health care organization, we are serving more people, advancing best practices and continuing our more than 100-year tradition of serving the poor and vulnerable.
Posted are the minimum and the maximum wage rates on the wage range for this position. The successful candidate's placement on the wage range for this position will be determined based upon relevant job experience and other applicable factors. These amounts are the base pay range; additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, standby/on-call, overtime, premiums, extra shift incentives, or bonus opportunities.
Providence offers a comprehensive benefits package including a retirement 401(k) Savings Plan with employer matching, health care benefits (medical, dental, vision), life insurance, disability insurance, time off benefits (paid parental leave, vacations, holidays, health issues), voluntary benefits, well-being resources and much more. Learn more at providence.jobs/benefits.
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Unincorporated Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
Providence has been serving the Pacific Northwest since 1856 when Mother Joseph of the Sacred Heart and four other Sisters of Providence arrived in Vancouver, Washington Territory. As the largest healthcare system and largest private employer in Oregon, Providence is located in areas ranging from the Columbia Gorge to the wine country to sunny southern Oregon to charming coastal communities to the urban setting of Portland.
Our award-winning and comprehensive medical centers are known for outstanding programs in cancer, cardiology, neurosciences, orthopedics, women's services, emergency and trauma care, pediatrics and neonatal intensive care. Our not-for-profit network also provides a full spectrum of care with leading-edge diagnostics and treatment, outpatient health centers, physician groups and clinics, numerous outreach programs, and hospice and home care.
Providence is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to the principle that every workforce member has the right to work in surroundings that are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, gender, disability, veteran, military status, religion, age, creed, national origin, sexual identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law. We believe diversity makes us stronger, so we are dedicated to shaping an inclusive workforce, learning from each other, and creating equal opportunities for advancement.
Requires a Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or a related science field and a national certification from ASCP or AMT. Candidates must have at least 1 year of experience as a Medical Laboratory Scientist.
Market context
In Oregon, Medical Laboratory Scientist roles are typically competitive because employers look for candidates who already hold national certification and have hands-on lab experience. This posting’s requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, which can save you time when comparing openings. If you meet the degree and certification criteria, review the lab setting and shift expectations closely before applying.
