Medical Laboratory Scientist

Pride Health; Michigan; On-site; USD 91,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Pride Health is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist - Traveler for a client-based facility in Grand Rapids, MI 49503. The assignment is 5+ months with potential for contract-to-hire, offering Day Shift, 40 hours per week.

The role requires ASCP certification or a Microbiology Certificate, and a BS in Medical Technology or related field with appropriate licensure. Prior high-complexity testing experience is preferred, with strong QC/QA knowledge.

Qualifications

• BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associates in Laboratory Science/Medical Technology, or qualified as Technologist under 42 CFR 493.1433.
• 1 year clinical experience with high complexity testing preferred.
• National and State licensure as required.

Responsibilities

• Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test result.
• Maintain records that demonstrate proficiency testing samples are tested like patient specimens.
• Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures per SOPs.
• Review and release test results.
• Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and safety guidelines.
• Adhere to QC/QA policies and document calibration and maintenance.
• Identify problems affecting test performance and notify supervisor.
• Document corrective actions when tests deviate from performance specifications.
• Report STATS or Critical results to clients.
• Maintain complete records of all testing on-site.
• Attend training and safety sessions; participate in inspections as needed.

Skills

Knowledge of QC/QA

Computer skills

Multi-system computer proficiency

Education

BS in Medical Technology / Chemistry or Biology / Laboratory Science

ASCP or AMT MT/MLT certification

IERF credential evaluation (for foreign educated candidates)

US transcripts for domestically educated candidates

Job description

Pride Health is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist - Traveler to support our client’s medical facility based in Grand Rapids MI 49503.

This is a 5+ month assignment with the possibility of a contract-to-hire opportunity and a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization!

Job Title: Medical Laboratory Scientist - Traveler

Location: Grand Rapids MI 49503

Schedule: Day Shift , 40hrs/Week

Pay Range: $2000 to $2200 per week

Duration: 5 months+

ASCP certified or Microbiology Certificate

Job Description:

• 1. Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test result;
• 2. Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens;
• 3. Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures (see department SOPs).
• 4. Review and release test results.
• 5. Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines.
• 6. Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and all maintenance performed;
• 7. Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
• 8. Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor.
• 9. Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
• 10. Follow department's procedure in reporting STATS or Critical results to clients.
• 11. If applicable, answer questions from customers or other lab personnel.
• 12. Maintain complete records of all testing performed on-site.
• 13. Maintain general appearance of the department.
• 14. Make sure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and if applicable opened dates. 15. Review/train on new procedures.
• 16. Attend monthly department and any additional training/educational meetings.
• 17. Participate in all applicable safety training sessions. Know the location and contents of the safety manual. Know the location/use of all applicable safety equipment.
• 18. If needed, participate in government or regulatory agency inspections.
• 19. Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Required Knowledge: A solid understanding of basic laboratory testing is required for this position. The successful candidate must possess good computer skills and be able to adapt to working in multiple computer systems. Must have knowledge of QC and QA as well as knowledge of all areas of the laboratory.

BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493. 1433 published in March 14, 1990. Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation). United States educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript. A successful candidate should possess or be eligible for national certification as an MT / MLT from a recognized organization (ASCP or AMT).

1 year Clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred. Minimum of 1 year of clinical laboratory experience in highly complex testing for those with BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology. National and State licensure as required.

Special Requirements:

• 1. Must have the ability to establish work priorities and handle several procedures simultaneously.
• 2. Must interact with other departments.
• 3. Contact with clients may be required, good customer service skills are important.
• 4. Must protect patient confidentiality at all times.

Additional Job Details:

Microbiology only. Plate reading experience preferred.

• Pride-Health offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

Pride-Health is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Pride-Health is a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.

Only applicable for San Francisco Candidates:

Under the San Francisco Lactation in the Workplace Ordinance, we will provide written notice of lactation accommodation rights, and this notice will automatically be given upon hiring, any inquiry of parental leave or lactation accommodation.

Only applicable for Kentucky positions:

For this type of employment, state law requires a criminal record check as a condition of employment. This applies to direct care staff (Examples: RN, LPN, Nurse Aides, Therapists) referred to Kentucky nursing facilities, assisted living communities, or long-term care facilities, in accordance with KRS 216.793.