Clinical Lab Scientist – Precision Diagnostics & Impact

University of Michigan Health-West; Wyoming (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Michigan Health-West precisely and accurately performs/evaluates a variety of technical procedures by utilizing quality control techniques with automated, semi-automated, and/or manual methodologies. Also, performs diagnostic procedures in other laboratory sections and venipunctures as needed.

The department seeks a detail-oriented MLS with ASCP certification and 1–3 years of clinical laboratory experience to maintain accuracy, enter results, and participate in quality assurance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or related science field required.
• Registered Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) by the American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) required.
• One to Three years of clinical laboratory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs technical procedures within the department accurately and precisely by following the established department policies and procedures.
• Enters test results accurately in the laboratory information system.
• Calls “critical value” or patient waiting” results within 10 minutes of test completion and documents the “critical value” was called, to whom it was called, read back and follow-up action if applicable.
• Demonstrates an ability to evaluate results of various tests and to determine the technical accuracy of test results.
• Oversees the work of a medical laboratory technician while establishing quality assurance programs to monitor and ensure the accuracy of test results.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including maintaining current knowledge of department processes and participating in committees as determined by management.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or related science field

Registered Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) by the ASCP

Job description

University of Michigan Health-West precisely and accurately performs/evaluates a variety of technical procedures by utilizing quality control techniques with automated, semi-automated, and/or manual methodologies. Also, performs diagnostic procedures in other laboratory sections and venipunctures as needed.

The department seeks a detail-oriented MLS with ASCP certification and 1–3 years of clinical laboratory experience to maintain accuracy, enter results, and participate in quality assurance