Medical Lab Scientist (MLS) - Hematology

Tenet • Detroit, MI

13h

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Medical Lab Scientist performs quantitative and qualitative laboratory tests on patient specimens according to standard formulas and procedures. The role involves analyzing test results, preparing samples for testing, calculating findings, and maintaining records. The scientist prepares solutions, reagents, media, stains, and other materials, and determines their validity for use in testing. The position processes and tests all types of laboratory specimens, reviews and reports laboratory results, performs operational duties and maintenance, and troubleshoots laboratory instrumentation and equipment at an advanced level. The scientist also serves as a resource to other laboratory personnel.

DMC University Laboratories, Inc. is a regional, integrated laboratory system serving Detroit Medical Center’s eight hospitals and other healthcare systems and facilities. Its services include core and specialty laboratories, rapid-response hospital laboratories, centralized stat and blood bank laboratories, and outreach services across Southeast Michigan.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an approved college or university and/or graduation from an accredited school of medical technology, or an accepted equivalent such as qualifying military training or qualifying under the specified HHS examination provisions.
• Meet CLIA requirements for high-complexity testing under 42 CFR 493.1489 and 42 CFR 493.1491.
• Be registered or registry-eligible with an approved certifying agency (ASCP, NCA, AMT, or CSMLS); obtain certification within 12 months of hire.
• Complete an equivalency evaluation through ECE, NACES, or AICE within 30 days of hire for personnel trained outside the United States.
• Hold a license if required by the state.
• Analytical ability to interpret and analyze test results.
• Interpersonal skills to work effectively with all areas of a physician office.
• Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate laboratory equipment.
• Visual acuity to closely examine specimens.

Nice To Haves

• Six months to one year of medical laboratory technologist or clinical laboratory scientist experience in an acute care facility.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantitative and qualitative laboratory tests on patient specimens according to standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
• Analyze test results, prepare samples for testing, calculate findings, and maintain records.
• Prepare solutions, reagents, media, stains, and other materials, and determine their validity for testing.
• Process and test laboratory specimens; review and report laboratory results.
• Perform laboratory operations and equipment maintenance, including advanced troubleshooting of instrumentation and equipment.
• Act as a resource to other laboratory personnel.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts and healthcare dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program
• Voluntary pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare, and auto and home insurance
• Sign-on bonus of up to $10,000, based on relevant experience

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time