Corewell Medical Laboratory Scientist

Cynet Systems•Grand Rapids, MI

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist performs laboratory testing and related duties while following established procedures, department SOPs, regulatory guidelines, and quality-control standards. The role handles specimen processing and analysis, reviews and releases test results, maintains complete testing and patient-result records, and reports STAT or critical results according to department procedures. The successful candidate has a solid understanding of basic laboratory testing, strong computer skills, and knowledge of quality control and quality assurance, with familiarity across laboratory areas. Candidates should possess or be eligible for national MT/MLT certification from a recognized organization such as ASCP or AMT. National and state licensure is required as applicable. One year of clinical experience in high-complexity testing is preferred; candidates with a BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology must have at least one year of clinical laboratory experience in highly complex testing. Candidates educated in the United States must provide a detailed original transcript; candidates educated outside the United States must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF.

Requirements

Solid understanding of basic laboratory testing.
Strong computer skills and ability to adapt to multiple computer systems.
Knowledge of quality control and quality assurance and familiarity with all areas of the laboratory.
Possess or be eligible for national MT/MLT certification from a recognized organization such as ASCP or AMT.
National and state licensure as required.
Candidates educated in the United States must provide a detailed original transcript.
Candidates educated outside the United States must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation).
Candidates with a BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology must have at least one year of clinical laboratory experience in highly complex testing.

Nice To Haves

One year of clinical experience in high-complexity testing is preferred.

Responsibilities

Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting, and maintenance of patient test-result records.
Maintain records demonstrating that proficiency-testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures and department SOPs; review and release test results.
Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and applicable safety guidelines.
Adhere to quality-control policies and document quality-control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance performed.
Follow established policies and procedures when test systems are outside acceptable performance levels.
Identify problems that may affect test performance or result reporting, correct them or promptly notify the senior technologist or supervisor, and document corrective actions.
Report STAT or critical results to healthcare contacts according to department procedures.
Answer questions from customers or other laboratory personnel as applicable.
Maintain complete records of testing performed on-site and maintain the general appearance of the department.
Ensure reagents and test kits are labeled with received, expiration, and opened dates where applicable.
Review and train on new procedures; attend monthly department meetings and other training or educational meetings.
Participate in safety training, know the location and contents of the safety manual, and understand the location and use of applicable safety equipment.
Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections when needed.
Establish work priorities and handle multiple procedures simultaneously.
Interact with other departments as required and maintain professional contact with clients, providing good customer service when required.
Protect patient confidentiality at all times.
Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor.