Oregon Health Authority · 1 day ago
Newborn Screening Microbiologist (Microbiologist 2)
Salem, OR
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$4,833/mo - $7,407/mo
1+ years expThe Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is seeking a Newborn Screening Microbiologist to perform testing for the Newborn Screening Program at the Oregon State Public Health Laboratory. The role involves daily testing and reporting processes in the laboratory, ensuring timely identification of presumptive positive newborn screening samples to optimize early diagnosis and treatment for affected children.
Health CareNon ProfitProfessional Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Perform testing for the Newborn Screening Program
Involved in the daily testing and reporting processes in the laboratory
Performing a variety of tests on dried blood spot specimens collected from newborns
Follow established laboratory policies and procedures to assure timely and appropriate identification of presumptive positive newborn screening samples to optimize the early diagnosis and treatment for affected children
Qualification
Required
A bachelor's degree in public health, chemical, physical, or biological science or a degree in medical technology from an accredited institution AND one (1) year of pertinent laboratory training and/or experience in high complexity testing within the specialty of clinical chemistry or microbiology
A master's degree in public health, chemical, physical, or biological science or a degree in medical technology from an accredited institution
Under federal law, the incumbent must meet personnel requirements for performing high complexity testing as defined by 42 CFR 493, Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments of 1988 (CLIA) and the College of American Pathologists (CAP)
Preferred
Experience working in a clinical laboratory
Experience performing newborn screening testing
Experience performing clinical chemistry and molecular testing
Knowledge of newborn screening practice standards, clinical correlation and interpretation of laboratory results, and patient care
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Advanced knowledge to analyze, interpret, and make independent decisions
Ability to set priorities and perform multiple tasks at one time
Strong interpersonal skills for effectively communicating and collaborating with colleagues and professionals of varying levels within the laboratory setting
Benefits
Excellent medical, vision, and dental benefits package for the employee and qualified family members with a very low monthly out-of-pocket cost.
Optional life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and childcare expenses.
Employee benefits include 11 paid holidays, 3 personal business days, 8 hours of monthly sick leave, and vacation accrual starting at 8 hours per month.
Possible eligibility for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
Membership in the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS)/Oregon Public Service Retirement Plan (OPSRP).
Training opportunities that will help grow your career with the State of Oregon.
Company
Oregon Health Authority
Oregon Health Authority is a state agency that promotes better health and lower-cost care for all citizens.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Patrick Allen
Director (CEO)
Ben Milner
Oregon State Hospital Deputy CFO/COO
Recent News
2025-09-09
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