Lab Technician

WellNow Urgent Care; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Medical Technologist, performing essential molecular testing and quality assurance in a collaborative lab environment. You will engage in various responsibilities aimed at maintaining patient care standards while supporting your professional growth. We emphasize a commitment to safety, precision, and clinical excellence in serving our community.

Qualifications

• Experience in a molecular CLIA licensed clinical laboratory (1-2 years preferred).
• Medical Technologist board certification preferred.
• Competency for required diagnostic tests within 3 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex molecular testing including DNA/RNA extraction.
• Review preliminary and final test results, assist in technical problem resolution.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and uphold laboratory policies.

Skills

Good communication

Critical thinking

Ability to follow instructions

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field

Associate's degree in medical lab technology

Job description

At WellNow Urgent Care, we are dedicated to delivering quality healthcare to our Urgent Care patients and Occupational Health clients. As a WellNow Provider, you will be part of a team that is committed to improving the delivery of care and supporting your growth as a medical professional. Join us in providing exceptional healthcare services and making a difference in our communities.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Independently and accurately perform routine and complex molecular testing, including DNA/RNA extraction and PCR
• Review preliminary and final test results.
• Assist in resolution of technical problems in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures.
• Record, compile and maintain records according to laboratory policies to ensure state and federal regulations are upheld for all reagents, procedures, and equipment used in the testing process.
• Assist in the development, evaluation, and implementation of new procedures and protocols.
• Maintain patient confidentiality.
• Coordinate daily communications of laboratory with physicians and other parties.
• Participate in educational activities.
• Perform other related work as required.

CLIA QUALIFICATIONS (42 CFR 493.1489):

• Doctoral, master’s, or bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Lab Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, or Physics.
• Associate’s degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science or medical lab technology.
• Educational equivalent to Associate’s degree with at least:
• 60 semester hours including 24 semester hours of medical lab technology.
  • OR
• 60 semester hours including 24 hours of science that includes 6 hours chemistry, 6 hours biology, and 12 hours chemistry, biology, medical technology in any combination.
  • AND
• 3 months training in each specialty in which high complexity testing is performed.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1-2 two years of experience in a molecular CLIA licensed clinical laboratory.
• Medical Technologist board certification preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend English and follow instructions.
• Good communication and critical thinking skills.
• Understanding of statistics.
• Ability to creatively think under pressure and handle high stress levels, changing environments, and possible irregular work hours.
• Ability to recognize potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens and/or hazardous chemicals in the workplace and execute safety protocols in the event of exposure or spill.
• Must be able to demonstrate competency for all required diagnostic tests and other areas of assignment within 3 months of hire date.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Possible exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
• Possible exposure to hazardous chemicals.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to climb stairs, lift 35lbs, sit or stand for long periods, and walk/bend down.
• Visual and auditory acuity and good eye/hand coordination.

DIRECT REPORTING:

• Reports to the Lab Supervisor

Pay starting at $25/hour.