Med Lab Technician - 20 hrs - Days -

Henry Ford Health; Wyandotte (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Med Lab Technician to join their team. This role involves performing critical laboratory procedures under supervision, utilizing advanced instruments and adhering to strict protocols. The ideal candidate will have a strong educational background in laboratory technology and will be responsible for ensuring quality control and compliance with safety standards. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to patient care in a dynamic healthcare environment, where your skills and expertise will play a vital role in supporting medical professionals and enhancing patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Completion of an Associate Degree Program in Medical Laboratory Technology.
• MLT certification from a recognized national certifying agency desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform various laboratory procedures on blood and bodily fluids.
• Operate instruments and assess performance according to protocols.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Laboratory Instrument Operation

Quality Control

Specimen Collection

Education

Associate Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

MLT Certification

Bachelor’s Degree in related sciences

Tools

Laboratory Instruments

Information Systems

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General Summary

Under direct supervision by laboratory technologist, leader and/or supervisor, and according to defined protocols, performs select procedures on blood and/or other body fluids or specimens, involving manual techniques or the use of laboratory instruments and information systems. May perform phlebotomy as needed.

Principle Duties And Responsibilities

1. Performs select chemical, cytologic, hematologic, histologic, immunologic, microscopic, morphologic, microbiologic, and/or specimen collection and preparation procedures on blood and/or other bodily fluids or specimens, according to defined protocols, involving manual techniques or the use of a variety of laboratory instruments, including information systems.
2. Applies knowledge, training and clinical experience to operate instruments and assess performance according to defined protocols and quality control checks. Prior to release of analytic data, recognizes and refers implausible results, equipment malfunctions, or special/unusual circumstances to laboratory technologist, leader, or supervisor.
3. Within established parameters, standardizes, calibrates, performs preventive maintenance, quality control, and limited troubleshooting on laboratory equipment, instruments, or information systems. Following successful completion of competency testing, may perform processing, testing, and reporting without direct supervision.
4. Complies with established departmental and institutional policies and procedures, including compliance, quality assessment and improvement, safety, environmental, and infection control. Maintains confidentiality of patient information.
5. Participates in various quality assessment and improvement and regulatory activities in the department, including proficiency testing, data gathering for quality assurance, developing and adhering to safe work practices, participating in quality improvement committees, and completing competency assessments.

Education/Experience Required

1. Completion of an Associate Degree Program in Medical Laboratory Technology, or Laboratory Science. Alternatively, meeting the educational requirements of #3 below.
2. MLT certification from a recognized national certifying agency (ASCP or NCA) desired or completion of a military 50-60 week technician program and meeting CLIA requirements. Alternatively, meeting the requirements of #3 below.
3. Successful completion of an Associates or Bachelor’s degree that includes at least five college courses from disciplines such as Anatomy, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Nursing, Statistics, Physiology, Veterinary sciences, Mathematics, Introduction to Laboratory Sciences, Pathology, Histology, Biochemistry, Hematology, Immunohematology, Microbiology, Urinalysis, or Coagulation. Course work outside the US must be verified by NACES.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital
• Department: Pathology Clinical-WH
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable

Other Details

• Seniority level: Associate
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care, Insurance, and Wellness and Fitness Services