Medical Laboratory Scientist / Medical Laboratory Technician in Michigan

Job Description

Medical Laboratory Scientist / Medical Laboratory Technician in Michigan

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• Permanent and full-time direct hire
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• Full benefits
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• Bonus/relocation assistance eligible 
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Overview:

Performs various chemical, hematologic, serologic, immunohematologic, microscopic and microbiologic analyses to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.  Receives or obtains specimens for laboratory analysis, then applies techniques used in the field of medical technology to those specimens.  Strives for superior performance by consistently providing a product or service to leadership and staff that is recognized as ultimately contributing to the patient and family experience.  Recognizes and demonstrates understanding of patient and family centered care. 

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

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1. Performs all professional activities related to Hematology and Chemistry. \n
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   1. Operate current instrumentation
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   2. Perform manual testing
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   3. Perform STAT tests, such as CBC, PTT and Protime within 30 minutes of receipt in laboratory
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   4. Perform and report STAT tests such as electrolytes, BUN, Creatinine, cardiac enzymes and therapeutic drug levels within 45 minutes after receipt in laboratory
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   5. Use computer to order tests, determine tests ordered and report results in an appropriate timeframe.  An appropriate timeframe will be based on clinical diagnosis, priority expressed by order, and normal values for patient's age and sex
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   6. Compiles data for special reports and quality improvement activities
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   7. Answer the telephone, using good communication skills
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   8. Make reagents
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2. Responsible for validity of daily test results and quality control
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3. Maintain records of all quality control procedures
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4. Perform preventive maintenance on all instrumentation
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5. Able to resolve somewhat highly complex problems in all laboratory sections
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6. Participate in accurate collection of workload statistics
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7. Able to work alone in department for complete shifts
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8. Train students and new personnel
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9. Observe proper safety practices in performance of job duties
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Requirements

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1. AS/BS degree in Medical Technology or a related science from an accredited college or university.
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EXPERIENCE

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1. Board certification or eligibility by ASCP, ASMT, HEW (HHS) or equivalent
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2. Must be able to perform high complexity testing as defined by CLIA 88’.
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