Medical Laboratory Scientist: Clinical Diagnostics & QA

mclarenhlth; Caro (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

McLaren Health is seeking a skilled Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform routine and specialized analyses to aid diagnosis and treatment. The role requires a Bachelor’s or Associate degree in medical technology and MT certification within 18 months, with strong attention to accuracy, quality control, and safety.

Based in Michigan, this on-site position involves operating analyzers, processing cultures, and reporting findings to clinicians.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Determines normal and abnormal components of body fluids by chemical analyses of blood, urine, spinal fluids, and gastric juices.
• Analyzes blood cells by counting and identifying cells using microscopy.
• Prepares blood, plasma, and platelets for transfusions by performing blood grouping and compatibility tests.
• Processes, reads, and reports cultures and antibiotic sensitivities and other microbiology procedures.
• Maintains and calibrates analyzers and other lab equipment; performs preventive maintenance and troubleshooting.

Skills

Laboratory precision

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in medical technology

Associate degree in medical technology

Tools

Laboratory equipment operation

Job description

McLaren Health is seeking a skilled Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform routine and specialized analyses to aid diagnosis and treatment. The role requires a Bachelor’s or Associate degree in medical technology and MT certification within 18 months, with strong attention to accuracy, quality control, and safety.

Based in Michigan, this on-site position involves operating analyzers, processing cultures, and reporting findings to clinicians.