Medical Laboratory Scientist - 36 hrs - Afternoons -

CHEManager International; Michigan; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign On Bonus Available!

Job summary

Henry Ford Macomb Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist for a fast-paced, community-focused lab setting with high testing volume. MLS rotate through departments to maintain competency and collaborate closely with ER and outpatient teams.

The role offers a Sign On Bonus and opportunities to work within a supportive, team-oriented environment on a small-campus lab.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Medical Laboratory Science or related field.
• Six months of experience in a medical laboratory setting.
• Demonstrated technical proficiency and theoretical knowledge to perform lab functions.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and complex analytic procedures on specimens using manual or automated techniques.
• Evaluates instrument performance and quality control results to ensure accuracy of data.
• Calibrates, maintains, and troubleshoots lab equipment and information systems.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related field

Certifications: ASCP/AMT/AAB/AMT etc.

Job description

Henry Ford Macomb Hospital offers a fast-paced yet community-focused environment for Medical Laboratory Scientists, with a high volume of general testing. MLS professionals rotate through all departments to maintain competency across the lab, working within a strong team dynamic that fosters close collaboration with healthcare providers, including ER and outpatient teams. For those who thrive in a fast-paced setting, the hospital maintains a welcoming, small‑campus atmosphere, providing diverse hands‑on experience in a supportive and team‑oriented environment.

Sign On Bonus Available!

General Summary

Under general supervision, performs routine and complex analytic procedures, on blood and/or other body fluids or specimens, involving manual techniques or the use of laboratory instruments and information systems.

Principle Duties And Responsibilities

• Performs routine and complex biological, chemical, cytological, hematological, histologic, immunological, microscopic, and/or bacteriological tests procedures on laboratory specimens, using manual or automated techniques and information systems, for the purpose of diagnosing, preventing, or treatment of disease. The Medical Laboratory Scientist is qualified to perform duties described here, and, in a given job situation may or may not perform all of the duties as actual duties will pertain to the specific assignment.
• Applies knowledge, training, and independent clinical judgment to take action and/or develop solutions. Collaborates with leadership staff to improve processes and resolve problems, including:
• Evaluating instrument performance and quality control results to ensure the accuracy and reliability of all analytic data prior to release.
• Correlating results with other lab data and/or disease states.
• Identification of technical, instrument, pharmacologic and/or physiologic causes of unexpected test results.
• Performs calibration, preventive maintenance, quality control, and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment, instruments and/or laboratory information systems. Following successful completion of competency testing may perform processing, testing, and reporting without direct supervision.
• Complies with established departmental and institutional policies and procedures, including compliance, quality assessment and improvement, safety, environmental, and infection control. Maintains confidentiality of patient information.
• Participates in various quality assessment and improvement activities including, proficiency testing, gathering data for quality assurance monitors, developing and adhering to safe work practices, participating in quality improvement committees, and successfully completes regular competency assessments. Maintains the laboratory and procedures in inspection ready condition.

Education/Experience Required

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required. Coursework must align with duties of the specific section Medical Laboratory discipline position and meet the education Eligibility Routes for Medical Laboratory Scientist listed on the ASCP website at (ascp.org); or possesses a categorical scientist level certification as a BB, C, CG, CT, M, MB; or has met the requirements for AAB and/or AMT certifications.
• Requires six months of experience in a medical laboratory setting.
• Demonstrated technical proficiency and theoretical knowledge sufficient to perform laboratory functions are required.

Certifications/Licensures

Certification at the technologist, or medical/clinical lab scientist level from a nationally recognized agency, such as ASCP, AMT, ASM, AAB, AABB, ACS, or HEW is preferred.

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