Medical Laboratory Scientist

Trinity Health • Pontiac, MI

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist position is a full-time role within the Core Lab at Trinity Health Pontiac. The evening shift runs from 3:30 PM to 12:00 AM, with a starting pay of $30.13 per hour. A sign-on bonus of $8,000 is offered. This role involves performing laboratory tests, maintaining equipment, preparing reagents, and communicating results. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Science, or a science degree with relevant experience. Certification as MT/MLT or MLS is preferred. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. as employment visa sponsorship is not available.

Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, or university in Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Science.
• May consider a bachelor’s degree in science with a combination of relevant work experience in a comparable laboratory setting.
• Proof of educational transcripts must be submitted at time of application.
• Relevant work experience in a medical laboratory is required if MLS/MT degree is not obtained.
• Applicants for this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S.
• We are unable to sponsor an employment visa for this position.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Records and/or enters laboratory computer results of tests performed and advises supervisor spurious, unusual or highly abnormal results before release of results for reporting.
• Reports results of tests ordered stat and highly abnormal or unexpected results in a timely manner and according to established policies and procedures.
• Compares test results with previous patient test results when indicated, calling attention of supervisor or pathologist to unusual fluctuations.
• Performs required quality control and equipment maintenance and calibrates and operates laboratory equipment used in performance of the tests pertinent to the section) to which assigned.
• Notifies appropriate personnel of problems such as unacceptable specimens, equipment malfunctions, and quality control aberrations, in accordance with department policy on procedure.
• Prepares standards, reagents, and other materials used in testing.
• Contacts nursing unit or client office personnel regarding results and for clarification of requests and other routine problems which may arise.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.
• Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, 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
• $8,000 Sign on Bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level