Medical Technologist

Trinity Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health in Michigan is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist to provide care, diagnosis support and safety in the hospital lab. You will collect, analyze and report specimen results, following state and federal regulations.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Medical Technology with internship, ASCP certification or eligibility, and have hospital lab experience. Strong computer skills and attention to detail are essential in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology with a clinical internship.
• ASCP or NCA certification, or eligible and within one year.
• Strong computer, customer service and troubleshooting skills.
• Familiarity with standard desktop computer systems and email.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates working knowledge of laboratory procedures and processes.
• Reports accurate patient laboratory results with minimum errors.
• Reviews results based on knowledge of age related normals.
• Maintains all safety guidelines in the lab.
• Uses quality control results to determine validity of patient results.
• Trains students and new staff.
• Performs instrument troubleshooting procedures.
• Responds to workload by flexing between laboratory benches.

Skills

Computer skills

Customer service skills

Troubleshooting skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree + clinical internship in Medical Technology

ASCP/NCA certification

Board eligible and certified within one year

One year hospital lab experience

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description

Provides for the care, diagnosis and safety of patients. Collects, processes and analyzes blood, body fluids, tissues and excrements. Analyzes, validates and reports laboratory results in compliance with hospital, state, and federal regulations and standards.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree plus clinical internship in Medical Technology (Clinical Laboratory Science).
• Credentials/Licensure Minimum: American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or NCA certification - or - board eligible and must become certified within one year.
• Related Experience Minimum: N/A
• Preferred: One year hospital lab experience.
• Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Minimum: N/A
• Preferred: Computer skills, customer service skills, troubleshooting skills.
• Computer Competency: Familiarity with standard desktop and windows based computer system, including email, e-learning, intranet and computer navigation. Ability to use other software required to perform essential functions.

Physical/Mental

Requires considerable walking, standing, bending and ability to lift boxes and containers of fluid that weigh 40 lbs or more. Percent of time spent standing is 80% of the workday. All clinical laboratory testing requires concentration and attention to detail. Subject to frequent interruptions and changing of work priorities. Position requires 20 - 50% of the day spent on computer data entry. Must be able to pass a color blindness test.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Frequently exposed to blood and body fluids, low levels of radiation, infectious diseases, potentially hazardous chemicals, sharps, fumes, and gases. Fast paced, potentially stressful environment.

ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS

Flexibility - Demonstrates exceptional ability and willingness to take on new and additional responsibilities. Embraces new ideas and cultural differences while managing competing priorities.

• Accountability - Willingly accepts personal responsibility for decisions, actions, attitudes and behaviors which contribute to the overall effectiveness of the organization. Communicates effectively, follows through on assignments, uses resources efficiently, participates in learning opportunities and treats others with respect and dignity.
• Excellence - Serves as a role model and performs job responsibilities to the highest standards in every situation. Delivers "Something More" that ensures a more complete and personally satisfying experience for every customer.
• Focus - Understands and demonstrates behaviors consistent with the mission and values of the organization while contributing to the overall success of the strategic plan. All actions are rooted in providing excellent customer service.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Demonstrates working knowledge of laboratory procedures and processes.
• Reports accurate patient laboratory results with minimum errors.
• Reviews results based on knowledge of age related normals.
• Works within all safety guidelines.
• Uses quality control results in determining validity of patient results.
• Is aware of Lab QA issues and works to improve them.
• In lower workload time, performs order audits or other functions to improve quality.
• Meets laboratory service goal with regard to stats.
• Maintains at least average workload output on each bench worked.
• Uses professional judgment to set workload priorities.
• Assists coworkers when work is complete.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude toward change.
• Promotes new ideas based on the needs of the customers.
• Supports coworkers in improving productivity and meeting service goals.
• Provides leadership support to MLT and non-technical staff.
• Actively seeks out additional tasks to improve service.
• Initiates positive work environment.
• Performs instrument troubleshooting procedures.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of laboratory procedures and assists students and Medical Laboratory Technicians.
• Responds to workload needs by flexing between laboratory benches.
• Trains students and new staff.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

SYSTEMS AND INFORMATION

To ensure appropriate utilization of Protected Health Information (PHI) associated with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and Saint Mary's Confidentiality of Information Standards, as well as other regulatory entities, individuals employed in this position will be granted systems and information access as appropriate for this position.

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. The listed duties may be changed at the discretion of the incumbent’s supervisor.

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We honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care.

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, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health Overview

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we're 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs.

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