Medical Lab Scientist

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; Chelsea (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

DailyPay Benefits

Job summary

St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea, part of Trinity Health, seeks a Medical Laboratory Technologist to join its clinical lab team.

The role performs tests for diagnosis and treatment, analyzes results, and ensures accuracy while supporting age-specific and culturally sensitive care. Requires a Bachelor Degree in Medical Technology with ASCP or equivalent, internship, and the ability to work independently with strong decision-making and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Requires Bachelor Degree in Medical Technology with ASCP or equivalent certification.
• Internship is required for certification.
• Able to work independently, good decision making and communications skills required.
• Applicant should be self motivated and self directed.
• May consider a bachelor’s degree in science with relevant work experience in a laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Records and/or enters laboratory computer results of tests performed and advises supervisor of spurious, unusual or highly abnormal results before release of results for reporting.
• Reports results of tests ordered stat and highly abnormal or unexpected results in a timely manner and according to established policies and procedures.
• Compares test results with previous patient test results when indicated, calling attention of supervisor or pathologist to unusual fluctuations.
• Performs required quality control and equipment maintenance and calibrates and operates laboratory equipment used in performance of the tests pertinent to the section) to which assigned.
• Notifies appropriate personnel of problems such as unacceptable specimens, equipment malfunctions, and quality control aberrations, in accordance with department policy on procedure.
• Prepares standards, reagents, and other materials used in testing.
• Contacts nursing unit or client office personnel with regard to results and for clarification of requests and other routine problems which may arise.

Skills

Decision making

Communication skills

Independence

Education

Bachelor degree in Medical Technology or MLS

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Description: DESCRIPTION St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea is a not-for-profit hospital established in 1970. Located in Chelsea, Michigan, St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea is a member of Saint Joseph Mercy Health System. St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea is nationally recognized for both quality of care and patient satisfaction by national ranking organization Press Ganey, and is accredited by the Joint Commission. St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea attracts more than 300 physicians in almost all disciplines, with leading edge technology, including the largest and strongest MRI in Michigan. As a not-for-profit hospital, St. Joseph Mercy Chelsea reinvests its profits back into the community through programs to serve the poor and uninsured, manage chronic conditions like diabetes, health education and promotion initiatives, and outreach for the elderly.

SUMMARY

Performs various clinical laboratory tests in order to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease. Analyzes and interprets test results, and ensures accuracy of same. Repeats tests and necessary, especially those yielding abnormal or atypical results, and notifies appropriate personnel of such results. Provides quality patient care considering age specific, developmental, and cultural needs of the patient. Demonstrates unit/area designated competencies.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Requires Bachelor Degree in Medical Technology with ASCP or equivalent certification. Internship is required for certification. Able to work independently, good decision making and communications skills required. Applicant should be self motivated and self directed.

Location: Trinity Health Chelsea Shift: Midnights $10,000 Sign-on for full-time MN shift *Paid over a 2-year commitment, NEW team members only Applicants for this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor an employment visa for this position.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Education: Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, or university in Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Science.

• May consider a bachelor’s degree in science with a combination of relevant work experience in a laboratory setting.
• Proof of educational transcripts must be submitted at time of application.
• Experience: Relevant work experience in a medical laboratory is preferred.
• Certification/Licensure: Medical Technologist (MT)/Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) – ASCP, or NCLS certification preferred. This position may also be listed as: Medical Lab Scientist, Medical Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Total Rewards and Benefits

Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods. Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout SJMHS and Trinity Health Tuition Reimbursement

What you will do:

• Records and/or enters laboratory computer results of tests performed and advises supervisor spurious, unusual or highly abnormal results before release of results for reporting.
• Reports results of tests ordered stat and highly abnormal or unexpected results in a timely manner and according to established policies and procedures.
• Compares test results with previous patient test results when indicated, calling attention of supervisor or pathologist to unusual fluctuations.
• Performs required quality control and equipment maintenance and calibrates and operates laboratory equipment used in performance of the tests pertinent to the section) to which assigned.
• Notifies appropriate personnel of problems such as unacceptable specimens, equipment malfunctions, and quality control aberrations, in accordance with department policy on procedure.
• Prepares standards, reagents, and other materials used in testing.
• Contacts nursing unit or client office personnel with regard to results and for clarification of requests and other routine problems which may arise.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.