Medical Laboratory Scientist - Toxicology

Trinity Health; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Medical Laboratory Scientist to join their dynamic team. In this vital role, you will contribute to clinical and forensic toxicology efforts, ensuring accurate test results that support patient care and compliance monitoring. You will operate sophisticated laboratory equipment, prepare specimens, and engage in quality control practices to uphold the highest standards of laboratory operations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to grow within a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion, making a meaningful impact on the community's health and well-being.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree required; lab experience preferred.
• Understanding of basic chemistry principles is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests and report results according to established procedures.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure quality control.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Analytical Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Education

Baccalaureate degree in Life Sciences or Medical Technology

Bachelor’s degree in science with lab experience

Tools

LC/MSMS

GC/MS

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

Position: Medical Laboratory Scientist

Department: Toxicology - Warde Lab

Location: Warde Lab - Ann Arbor

Status: Full Time, 40 hours a week

Shift: Day shift with a typical start time of 6:30am, rotation to start at 4:30am

Minimum rate of pay: 30.13

Warde Medical Laboratory is part of Trinity Health System. We are a comprehensive medical laboratory serving the Trinity Health hospital system and toxicology which includes clinical and forensic discipline as part of the operation.

Clinical toxicology encompasses the therapeutic drug monitoring, pain management and volatile alcohols testing while the workplace drug and volatile alcohol testing are the forensic toxicology. The specimens used for testing are urine. The results generated from clinical toxicology are for compliance monitoring and patient care while the forensic results could be used in legal cases in court or pre-employment screen.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Education: Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, or university in Life Sciences or Medical Technology.
- May consider a bachelor’s degree in science with a combination of relevant work experience in a laboratory setting. Proof of educational transcripts must be submitted at time of application.

Experience: Prior experience desired, but not required. Will train. Understanding the principles of basic chemistry and techniques is essential.

Certification/Licensure: Medical Technologist (MT)/Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) – ASCP, or NCLS certification preferred.

Applicants for this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor an employment visa for this position.

The job duties include but are not limited toinstrument operation, specimen preparation for LC/MSMS and GC/MS analysis, and result reporting. Basic knowledge and some experience in wet chemistry techniques are important.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES
1. Interpersonal skills necessary to communicate with physicians, nursing unit personnel, other clients, and laboratory and other Health Center personnel while reporting and explaining rest results requesting or providing information.
2. Analytical skills necessary to interpret and analyze test results of complex or unusual procedures and determine appropriate course of action for abnormal and atypical results.
3. Ability to concentrate and pay close attention to detail while performing job responsibilities.
4. Organizational ability necessary to perform various tests on a large volume of samples with appropriate prioritization of work to ensure that results are provided in a timely manner according to the priority status of requests.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Follows established procedures and policies to perform all tests, pertinent to the section to which assigned.
2. Records and/or enters laboratory computer results of tests performed and advises supervisor spurious, unusual or highly abnormal results before release of results for reporting.
3. Reports results of tests ordered stat and highly abnormal or unexpected results in a timely manner and according to established policies and procedures.
4. Compares test results with previous patient test results when indicated, calling attention of supervisor or pathologist to unusual fluctuations.
5. Performs required quality control and equipment maintenance and calibrates and operates laboratory equipment used in performance of the tests pertinent to the section) to which assigned.
6. Notifies appropriate personnel of problems such as unacceptable specimens, equipment malfunctions, and quality control aberrations, in accordance with department policy on procedure.
7. Prepares standards, reagents, and other materials used in testing.
8. Contacts nursing unit or client office personnel with regard to results and for clarification of requests and other routine problems which may arise.
9. Actively participates in department and section meetings, continuing education, in-service and quality assurance program.
10. Provides quality patient care by considering the age specific, developmental and cultural needs through competent clinical practice. Demonstrates unit/area competencies.
11. Assists in training of technologists, technicians, lab assistants, clerical staff and others.
12. Assumes Tech- in- Charge duties, as assigned.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.