MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST - MICROBIOLOGY

Sparrow•Lansing, MI

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist – Microbiology performs established routine and specialized clinical laboratory procedures in assigned sections, operates and maintains laboratory instrumentation, and evaluates, interprets, and reports test results while meeting quality assurance requirements. The role provides laboratory information and related services as needed and may serve as Acting Charge Clinical Scientist when requested. The position reviews quality controls and test results for accuracy, investigates inconsistent findings, communicates results and technical or administrative issues to appropriate personnel, and maintains complete testing and quality assurance records. It also supports accreditation readiness through competency assessments, quality control review, procedure writing and review, and proficiency testing. Additional duties include troubleshooting and maintaining equipment, instructing residents, new staff and students, assisting with technical procedures and protocols, processing specimens, replenishing supplies, and coordinating Point of Care Testing or physician-office oversight as needed. The Medical Laboratory Scientist prioritizes workload to meet patient and physician needs and follows patient privacy, confidentiality, HIPAA security, safety, infection-control, customer-service, and organizational behavior standards. The position is open to new graduates and experienced Medical Laboratory Scientists. A $4,500 sign-on bonus is offered.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science.
Nationally recognized certification or eligibility for certification as MT(ASCP), MLS(ASCP), or CLS(ASCP); certification must be obtained within 12 months of hire and recertified as required.
Knowledge of disease processes as they relate to patient conditions and relevant laboratory testing.
Ability to perform simultaneous assays and calculations, interpret test results, and generate accurate reports.
Basic knowledge of accuracy, precision, normal ranges, and correlation with existing methods, including evaluating specimens for suitability and interfering substances.
Thorough understanding of the scientific principles underlying laboratory testing.
Knowledge of and adherence to HIPAA privacy and security policies and procedures.
Adherence to ICARE values and standards of behavior: Innovation, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.
Ability to support a diverse, inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment.
Ability to communicate with patients, families, and customers using AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank).
Ability to work safely and comply with policies designed to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and specialized clinical laboratory tests in assigned laboratory sections using automated and non-automated equipment.
Accept responsibility as Acting Charge Clinical Scientist when requested.
Assess results in relation to controls, review results for accuracy, and communicate test results to physicians and other authorized personnel.
Communicate scientific, technical, and administrative issues within the department and between departments.
Analyze and evaluate test results, identify inconsistent results, and take appropriate action.
Maintain accurate records of tests, results, data, and patients tested, including calculations and quality assurance statistics.
Assist with accreditation readiness activities, including competency assessment, quality control review, procedure writing and review, and proficiency testing.
Maintain laboratory equipment through minor adjustments and scheduled maintenance, and troubleshoot major problems using departmental resources and manufacturer support.
Instruct medical residents, new scientists or technicians, and students in laboratory theory, techniques, instrumentation, and test procedures.
Perform related duties such as obtaining blood specimens, processing specimens, and clerical work.
Assist supervisors in developing technical procedures and protocols.
Maintain a clean, efficient work area and replenish supplies as needed.
Prioritize workload to maximize efficiency while meeting patient and physician needs.
Coordinate Point of Care Testing and/or physician-office oversight as needed.
Demonstrate customer-service standards while respecting the privacy and confidentiality of those served.
Follow HIPAA privacy and security procedures, protect patient rights, and maintain confidentiality of protected health information.
Follow safety and communicable-disease prevention policies and promptly report workplace hazards.