Medical Laboratory Scientist

McLaren; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaren in Flint, MI seeks a Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform diagnostic laboratory tests and analyses per accreditation standards. You will analyze body fluids, prepare transfusion materials, and report findings using diverse instruments.

The role requires a Bachelor's in medical technology (or related) or an associated degree, with MT certification within 18 months of hire. Evening schedules and weekend work are included in a full-time timetable.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related field (or associate degree)
• MT certification required or certified within 18 months of hire/transfer
• Experience with lab workflows and compliance is preferred

Responsibilities

• Determine normal/abnormal components of body fluids through chemical analyses
• Analyze blood cells using microscopy and cell counting
• Prepare blood, plasma, and platelets for transfusions and perform compatibility testing
• Process, read, and report cultures and antibiotic sensitivities
• Calibrate and maintain analyzers and lab equipment; troubleshoot malfunctions
• Maintain laboratory supplies inventory and ordering of needs

Skills

Laboratory testing

Quality control

Equipment maintenance

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical technology

Associate degree in medical technology

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:

1. Determines normal and abnormal components of body fluids by conducting chemical analyses of blood, urine, spinal fluids, and gastric juices.
2. Analyzes blood cells by counting and identifying cells, using microscopic techniques and procedures.
3. Prepares blood, plasma, and platelets for transfusions by conducting blood group, type, and compatibility tests.
4. Processes, reads, and reports cultures from various sources as well as antibiotic sensitivities and other microbiology procedures.
5. 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.
6. Maintains laboratory supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.

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: Full-time
• Requisition ID: 26010756
• Daily Work Times: 5pm-1:30am; 3pm-11pm
• Hours Per Pay Period: 72
• On Call: No
• Weekends: Yes