Medical Laboratory Scientist - Casual

McLaren Health Care; Caro (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

McLaren Health Care is seeking a medical technologist in Caro, Michigan. The position involves performing laboratory tests and analyses for diagnosis and treatment. Candidates should hold a bachelor’s or associate degree in medical technology and have MT certification.

This role includes responsibilities such as analyzing blood samples and ensuring the operation of laboratory equipment. Additionally, it follows a per diem schedule with variable hours, accommodating occasional weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or related field.
• MT certification or certified within 18 months of hire or transfer.

Responsibilities

• Conduct chemical analyses of body fluids.
• Analyze blood cells using microscopic techniques.
• Prepare blood components for transfusions.

Skills

Chemical analyses

Microscopic techniques

Calibration of laboratory equipment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or related field

Associate degree in medical technology or related field

Tools

Analyzers

Spectrophotometers

Colorimeters

Job description

Position Summary

Provides information for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease by conducting medical laboratory tests, procedures, experiments, and analyses following established accreditation guidelines and quality control standards.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Determines normal and abnormal components of body fluids by conducting chemical analyses of blood, urine, spinal fluids, and gastric juices.
• Analyzes blood cells by counting and identifying cells, using microscopic techniques and procedures.
• Prepares blood, plasma, and platelets for transfusions by conducting blood group, type, and compatibility tests.
• Processes, reads, and reports cultures from various sources as well as antibiotic sensitivities and other microbiology procedures.
• Ensures operation of analyzers, spectrophotometers, colorimeters, flame photometers, and other laboratory equipment by calibrating; completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or related field, or an associate degree in medical technology or related field.
• MT certification or certified within 18 months of hire or transfer.

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Additional Information

• Schedule: Per Diem
• Requisition ID: 26003500
• Daily Work Times: Variable
• Hours Per Pay Period: 0.01
• On Call: No
• Weekends: Yes