Medical Laboratory Scientist, part time, evenings

Holland Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Holland Hospital in Michigan is seeking a part-time Medical Laboratory Scientist/Technologist to join the Technical Services team. Under the Manager of Technical Services, you will perform routine and complex diagnostic tests, maintain LIS proficiency, and ensure accurate results.

The position requires a Bachelor's in Medical Technology or CLS and ASCP certification (C-MT or C-MLS). Shifts are Tue/Sat 3pm-11pm and Sun/Wed 3pm-11pm, with 32 hours every two weeks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science.
• Medical Technologist Certification ASCP (C-MT) OR Med Lab Scientist Certification ASCP (C-MLS).
• Part-time availability and flexibility based on shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates a high quality understanding of overall laboratory processes and procedures with special attention to the policies and procedures for test performance and result interpretation, preventive maintenance, quality control, troubleshooting and supply and reagent acquisition and use.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform job functions independently.
• Organizes workload so procedures are performed and released within established acceptable turnaround times.
• Coordinates workload to optimize efficiency.
• Demonstrates flexibility to coordinate a simultaneous series of tests with complete accuracy and precision.
• Demonstrates ability to analyze results of testing Quality Control and determine the accuracy of these results.
• Is capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance and corrects the problem or uses available resources to ensure that the problem is corrected.
• Clearly documents problems discovered and any follow up action taken.
• Works collaboratively with all laboratory staff in the delivery of quality clinical laboratory services.
• Serves as a resource for the education and training of new laboratory staff.
• Serves as a key resource of clinical laboratory diagnostic information for both internal and external customers of the laboratory.
• Actively develops and promotes safe work practices throughout the laboratory.
• Serves as a resource for accreditation preparations.
• Validates and reports results from reference laboratories.
• Supports co-workers.

Education

Bachelor in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science

ASCP Certification (C-MT) OR Med Lab Scientist Certification ASCP (C-MLS)

Job description

Current Holland Hospital Employees.

We will consider all MLS/MLT/MLS Graduates.

Works under the direction of the Manager of Technical Services conducting routine and complex tests for use in the diagnosis, assessment and treatment of disease. Maintains skills and knowledge in the appropriate use and performance of clinical diagnostic tests. Follows approved policies and procedures for safe and efficient work practices, results reporting and documentation, and works closely with other health care professionals in the communication and interpretation of diagnostic findings. Develops and maintains a strong understanding of the laboratory information system.

Job Type

Part Time (32 hour every two weeks)

Shift

Week 1- Tue, Sat (3pm-11pm) Week 2- Sun, Wed (3pm-11pm)

Education Requirements

• Bachelors in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science
• Medical Technologist Certification ASCP (C-MT) OR Med Lab Scientist Certification ASCP (C-MLS)

PROCESS AND PROCEDURES

Demonstrates a high quality understanding of overall laboratory processes and procedures with special attention to the policies and procedures for test performance and result interpretation, preventive maintenance, quality control, troubleshooting and supply and reagent acquisition and use. Demonstrates the ability to perform job functions independently.

WORKFLOW

Organizes workload so procedures are performed and released within established acceptable turnaround times. Coordinates workload to optimize efficiency. Demonstrates flexibility to coordinate a simultaneous series of tests with complete accuracy and precision.

QUALITY MANAGEMENT

Demonstrates ability to analyze results of testing Quality Control and determine the accuracy of these results. Demonstrates ability to analyze results of testing procedures and determine the accuracy of these results. Is capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance and corrects the problem or uses available resources to ensure that the problem is corrected . Clearly documents problems discovered and any follow up action taken.

USE OF RESOURCES

Works collaboratively with all laboratory staff in the delivery of quality clinical laboratory services . Serves as a resource for the education and training of new laboratory staff. Serves as a key resource of clinical laboratory diagnostic information for both internal and external customers of the laboratory Actively develops and promotes safe work practices throughout the laboratory. Serves as a resource for accreditation preparations. Validates and reports results from reference laboratories. Supports co-workers.

DOCUMENTATION

Follows specified policies and procedures for the maintenance of accurate records in various aspects of the laboratory Understands the most commonly used functions of the laboratory information system and uses all software in accordance with established policies and procedures Occasionally, creates or updates policies and/or procedures in the laboratory.

EEO

Holland Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer, please see our EEO policy

Why Holland Hospital?

In a word—caring. Here, we not only strive to provide the best possible care to our patients, but also nurture the continued health and wellness of our most valuable asset: our employees. We believe superior service is only possible with a superior workforce. Our collaborative, can-do culture makes all things possible. And, our family-like feel makes Holland Hospital not only a great place to work, but a career that feels like home.