Medical Lab Scientist (MLS)

Tenet Healthcare•Detroit, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Medical Lab Scientist performs quantitative and qualitative laboratory tests on patient specimens according to standard laboratory formulas and procedures. The role analyzes test results, prepares samples for testing, calculates findings, maintains records, and prepares solutions, reagents, media, stains, and other materials while determining their validity. The position processes and tests all types of laboratory specimens, reviews and reports laboratory results, performs operational duties and maintenance, and conducts advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment. The scientist also serves as a resource to other laboratory personnel. The work is at DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital, a hospital offering a range of services including heart care, cancer care, gerontology, emergency medicine, and obstetrics and gynecology.

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 a qualifying HHS examination under the cited CLIA regulations.
Registered or registry-eligible with an approved certifying agency (ASCP, NCA, AMT, or CSMLS); registry eligibility must be completed within 12 months of hire.
Non-US-trained personnel must complete an equivalency evaluation by ECE, NACES, or AICE within 30 days of hire.
State licensure, where required.
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 formulas and procedures.
Analyze test results and prepare samples for testing.
Calculate test findings and maintain records.
Prepare solutions, reagents, media, stains, and other testing materials, and determine their validity.
Process and test all types of laboratory specimens.
Review and report laboratory results.
Perform laboratory operational duties and equipment maintenance.
Troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation and equipment at an advanced level.
Act as a resource to other laboratory personnel.