Medical Lab Scientist

Trinity Health • Livonia, MI

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About The Position

The Medical Lab Scientist works in the Core Lab at Trinity Health Livonia. This part-time position is listed as 20 hours per week. The posting identifies an evening shift but gives approximate hours of 6:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The role performs laboratory testing and records or enters results in the laboratory computer system. The scientist reports stat, highly abnormal, or unexpected results promptly, compares results with prior patient results when indicated, and alerts a supervisor or pathologist to unusual findings. The position also involves quality control, equipment maintenance and calibration, preparing testing materials, and communicating with nursing units or client offices about results and routine issues.

The employer emphasizes dignity, inclusion, and compassionate, person-centered care, and states that it is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Science.
• A bachelor's degree in science may be considered with a combination of relevant work experience in a comparable laboratory setting.
• Proof of educational transcripts must be submitted at the time of application.
• Relevant work experience in a medical laboratory is required if an MLS/MT degree is not obtained.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States; employment visa sponsorship is unavailable.

Nice To Haves

• Medical Technologist (MT), Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) – ASCP, or NCLS certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Record and/or enter laboratory computer results of tests performed; advise a supervisor of spurious, unusual, or highly abnormal results before releasing results for reporting.
• Report stat test results and highly abnormal or unexpected results in a timely manner according to established policies and procedures.
• Compare test results with previous patient results when indicated and call unusual fluctuations to the attention of a supervisor or pathologist.
• Perform required quality control and equipment maintenance; calibrate and operate laboratory equipment used for assigned tests.
• Notify appropriate personnel of problems such as unacceptable specimens, equipment malfunctions, and quality control aberrations, according to department policy and procedure.
• Prepare standards, reagents, and other materials used in testing.
• Contact nursing unit or client office personnel regarding results, clarification of requests, and other routine problems.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Benefits effective on Day One, with no waiting periods.
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability.
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions.
• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout SJMHS and Trinity Health.
• Tuition reimbursement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time