Medical Laboratory Scientist

ZipRecruiter; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as a Medical Lab Scientist in Kalamazoo, MI, offering a contract role with opportunities for extension. Your role will involve performing and documenting lab tests, maintaining equipment, and ensuring safety protocols in a dynamic work environment. Ideal candidates will have relevant degrees and certifications in medical technology.

Benefits

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(k)-retirement savings

Employee assistance program

Qualifications

• Experience in Blood Bank and CORE LAB is advantageous.
• ASCP or AMT certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Determine specimen acceptability based on established criteria.
• Perform complex testing procedures and monitor instruments.
• Report test results promptly to support patient care.

Skills

Technical decision making

Specimen processing

Laboratory instrument operation

Education

BSMT, MLS, CLS or BS in Bio or Chem

2 yr associates degree in medical technology (MLT)

Job description

Job Description

Join Pride Health as a Medical Lab Scientist in Kalamazoo, MI US 53210! This Contract role (Potential for Extension) offers a great opportunity to gain experience and excel in a dynamic environment.

Role: Medical Lab Scientist

Location: Kalamazoo, MI US 53210

Shift Details: 3rd/ 10pm-0630, every other weekend. Will get days off during the week.

Duration – 181 days (Potential for Extension)

Start Date: ASAP

Pay Highlights: $30- $38 /hour

Key Responsibilities:

• Determine specimen acceptability based on established laboratory criteria.
• Perform routine and complex testing procedures according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments to ensure proper functioning.
• Make technical decisions regarding test performance and problem resolution.
• Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents and quality controls.
• Accurately report test results in a timely manner to support patient care.
• Perform and document quality control and preventive maintenance procedures.
• Maintain sufficient inventory by identifying and replenishing testing bench supplies.
• Assist in specimen processing and workflow support as needed.
• Adhere to safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Qualifications:

Education:

• BSMT, MLS, CLS or BS in Bio or chem with 1 year of relevant experience. OR 2 yr associates degree in medical technology [MLT] with 3-5 years Blood Bank
• CORE LAB
• GENERALIST [COAG, HEM, UA, ETC EXPERIENCE]
• ASCP OR AMT CERTIFICATION required

Certifications: ASCP or AMT Required.

*Offered pay rate will be based on education, experience, and healthcare credit.

Interested? Apply now!

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About Pride Health

Pride Health is Pride Global's healthcare staffing branch, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and the industry at large since 2010.

As a minority-owned business that delivers exceptional service to its clients and candidates by capitalizing on diverse recruiting, account management, and staffing backgrounds, Pride Health's expert team provides tailored and swift sourcing solutions to help connect healthcare talent with their dream jobs. Our personalized approach within the industry shines through as we continue cultivating honest and open relationships with our network of healthcare professionals, creating an unparalleled environment of trust and loyalty.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

As a certified minority-owned business, Pride Global and its affiliates - including Russell Tobin, Pride Health, and Pride Now - are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , or expression, , origin, genetics, , , , veteran status, or other characteristics.

Pride Global offers eligible employees comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts.