Travel Medical Laboratory Scientist

Talentburst,-Inc; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Creative Solutions Services, LLC is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist for a travel assignment in Royal Oak, Michigan. The role runs for 26 weeks, with a 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM shift, requiring ASCP or AMT certification.

This hospital-side position emphasizes hands-on testing, quality control, and timely reporting. Ideal candidates have a BS in Medical Technology or related field, licensure or eligibility as MT/MLT, and at least one year of high-complexity testing experience; strong computer skills

Qualifications

• BS in Medical Technology or related field; MT/MLT eligible
• ASCP or AMT MT/MLT certification or eligibility preferred
• Foreign credential evaluation (IERF) if educated abroad
• transcript required for US-educated candidates

Responsibilities

• Follow procedures for specimen handling, testing, reporting and records
• Maintain proficiency testing records
• Analyze specimens using approved procedures
• Review and release test results
• Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and safety guidelines
• Document quality control activities and instrument calibrations
• Identify and report test-system deviations and perform corrective actions
• Report STATS or Critical results to clients
• Maintain complete testing records on-site
• Attend department trainings and safety sessions
• Participate in inspections if needed

Skills

Good computer skills

QC knowledge

QA knowledge

Laboratory testing basics

Education

BS in Medical Technology or related field

BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology

Associates in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology

MT/MLT eligibility (ASCP or AMT)

Job description

• Medical Lab Scientist Travel
• 26 Weeks Duration
• Royal Oak MI
• Shift: 1430-2300
• ASCP/AMT for MLS or MT requried
• Hospital role

Job Responsibilities

• 1. Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test result;
• 2. Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens;
• 3. Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures (see department SOPs).
• 4. Review and release test results.
• 5. Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines.
• 6. Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and all maintenance performed;
• 7. Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
• 8. Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor.
• 9. Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
• 10. Follow department's procedure in reporting STATS or Critical results to clients.
• 11. If applicable, answer questions from customers or other lab personnel.
• 12. Maintain complete records of all testing performed on-site.
• 13. Maintain general appearance of the department.
• 14. Make sure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and if applicable opened dates.
• 15. Review/train on new procedures.
• 16. Attend monthly department and any additional training/educational meetings.
• 17. Participate in all applicable safety training sessions. Know the location and contents of the safety manual. Know the location/use of all applicable safety equipment.
• 18. If needed, participate in government or regulatory agency inspections.
• 19. Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Required Knowledge: A solid understanding of basic laboratory testing is required for this position. The successful candidate must possess good computer skills and be able to adapt to working in multiple computer systems. Must have knowledge of QC and QA as well as knowledge of all areas of the laboratory.

Education

BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493. 1433 published in March 14, 1990. Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation). United States educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript. A successful candidate should possess or be eligible for national certification as an MT / MLT from a recognized organization (ASCP or AMT).

Work Experience

1 year Clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred. Minimum of 1 year of clinical laboratory experience in highly complex testing for those with BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology. National and State licensure as required.

Special Requirements

• 1. Must have the ability to establish work priorities and handle several procedures simultaneously.
• 2. Must interact with other departments.
• 3. Contact with clients may be required, good customer service skills are important.
• 4. Must protect patient confidentiality at all times.

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Additional Job Details: Corewell Credentialing is Required