Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) - Chemistry

Detroit Medical Center; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 58,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match

Generous paid time off (PTO)

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Detroit Medical Center is seeking a qualified Medical Technologist for laboratory testing in Detroit, Michigan. The candidate must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or equivalent and preferably have 6 months to 1 year of experience in an acute care setting. The role includes performing tests, analyzing results, and maintaining records. An analytical mindset and strong interpersonal skills are essential. The position offers a supportive work environment and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an approved college or university.
• Prefer 6 months to 1 year experience as a medical laboratory technologist.
• Registered or registry eligible as per certifying agency.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantitative and qualitative tests on patient specimens.
• Analyze test results and prepare samples for testing.
• Maintain records and validate laboratory solutions and materials.

Skills

Analytical ability

Interpersonal skills

Manual dexterity

Visual acuity

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or equivalent

Job description

Up to $3,000 Sign-On bonus based on experience.

DMC University Laboratories, Inc. is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Benefit Statement

At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare C dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder C childcare, auto C home insurance.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.

Job Summary

Under general supervision, performs quantitative and qualitative laboratory tests on patient specimens according to standard laboratory formulas and procedures. Analyzes test results and prepares samples for testing. Calculates test findings and maintains records. Prepares and determines validity of solutions, reagents, media stains and various materials in the testing process. Processes and tests all types of laboratory specimens; reviews and reports lab results; performs operational duties, maintenance and advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment; acts as resource to other laboratory personnel.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree from an approved college or university and/or graduate of an accredited school of medical technology, or equivalent such as military training as defined by 42 CFR 493.1489, or have qualified at the Medical Technologist level by achieving a satisfactory grade on a HHS examination prior to 2/28/92 42 CFR 493.1491. The above meets required criteria as defined by CLIA regulations for High Complexity testing (42 CFR 493.1489 and 42 CFR 493.1491).
• Prefer 6 months to 1 year medical laboratory technologist, clinical laboratory scientist experience in acute care facility.
• Required: Registered or registry eligible in accordance with an approved certifying agency (ASCP, NCA, AMT or CSMLS within 12 months of hire). Equivalency evaluation by ECE, NACES or AICE for non-US trained personnel must be completed within 30 days of hire. Licensure, as required by State.

Skills Required

• Analytical ability to interpret and analyze test results.
• Interpersonal skills in order to work effectively with all areas of physician office.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate various types of laboratory equipment.
• Visual acuity to closely examine specimens.

Facility Description

DMC University Laboratories (DMCUL) is a regional, integrated laboratory system providing services to the eight hospitals of Detroit Medical Center. DMC University Laboratories evolved in 1993 and is comprised of Core Laboratories, Specialty Laboratories, two rapid response hospital laboratories, Centralized Stat Lab, Centralized Blood Bank Lab, and full service outreach infrastructure which includes patient service centers, remote ambulatory laboratories, marketing staff, courier system and billing department. The DMC University Laboratories service area covers the entire Southeast Michigan market, and is growing at a rapid pace with the following outstanding features: Test menu of over 1,000 tests, which includes high end specialty tests. Less than 1% of our tests are sent to outside reference laboratories. Provide reference laboratory services to many of the other healthcare systems in southeastern Michigan and several out of state facilities.

EEO Statement

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