MEDICAL LABORATORY SCIENTIST - MICROBIOLOGY - New Hire Incentive

Sparrow•Lansing, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist performs routine and specialized clinical laboratory testing in assigned sections, using automated and non-automated equipment. The role maintains and operates laboratory instrumentation, evaluates and interprets results, communicates accurate results to physicians and other authorized personnel, and meets quality assurance requirements. The position is in the Microbiology area at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing, Michigan, and is available to new graduates and experienced scientists. The scientist maintains test records and equipment, troubleshoots issues, supports accreditation readiness, and may assist with technical procedures and protocols. The role also provides instruction to residents, laboratory staff, and students; performs related specimen-processing and clerical duties; coordinates point-of-care testing or physician-office oversight as needed; and maintains a clean, efficient work area. The position requires adherence to patient privacy, HIPAA, safety, infection-control, customer-service, and inclusive-workplace standards.

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 renewed as required.
Knowledge of disease processes as they relate to patient conditions and laboratory testing.
Ability to perform simultaneous assays and calculations, interpret results, and generate accurate reports.
Basic knowledge of accuracy, precision, normal ranges, and correlation with existing methods, including assessing specimen suitability and interfering substances.
Thorough understanding of the scientific principles underlying laboratory testing.
Follow HIPAA privacy and security policies and procedures.
Adhere to ICARE values and standards of behavior.
Support diversity and an inclusive, welcoming, and respectful environment.
Communicate with patients, families, and customers using AIDET.
Work safely and promptly report workplace hazards.
Follow policies and procedures to prevent the spread of communicable diseases.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and special clinical laboratory tests in assigned sections using automated and non-automated equipment.
Accept responsibility as Acting Charge Clinical Scientist when requested.
Assess test results against controls, review results for accuracy, and communicate results to physicians and other authorized personnel.
Communicate scientific, technical, and administrative matters within and between departments.
Analyze test results for inconsistencies and take appropriate action.
Maintain accurate test, result, patient, and quality-assurance records, including calculations and statistics.
Assist with accreditation readiness, including competency assessment, quality-control review, procedure writing and review, and proficiency testing.
Maintain laboratory equipment, perform scheduled maintenance and minor adjustments, and troubleshoot problems using departmental and manufacturer resources.
Teach basic theory, laboratory techniques, instrumentation, and test procedures to medical residents, new scientists or technicians, and students.
Perform related duties, including obtaining blood specimens, processing specimens, and clerical activities.
Assist supervisors in developing technical procedures and protocols.
Maintain a clean and efficient work area and replenish supplies.
Prioritize workload to meet efficiency, patient, and physician needs.
Coordinate point-of-care testing and/or physician-office oversight as needed.
Model customer-service standards and respect the privacy and confidentiality of those served.
Follow HIPAA privacy and security procedures and protect patients’ rights and protected health information.