Medical Technologist I - Blood Bank

Tenet Healthcare • Detroit, MI

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About The Position

Under general supervision, performs quantitative and qualitative laboratory tests on patient specimens according to standard laboratory formulas and procedures. Analyzes test results, prepares samples for testing, calculates findings, and maintains records. Prepares and determines the validity of solutions, reagents, media, stains, and other materials used in testing. Processes and tests laboratory specimens, reviews and reports results, performs operational duties and maintenance, and conducts advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment. Acts as a resource to other laboratory personnel.

DMC University Laboratories (DMCUL) is a regional integrated laboratory system serving the eight hospitals of Detroit Medical Center. Its services include core and specialty laboratories, rapid-response hospital laboratories, a centralized stat lab and blood bank lab, and a full-service outreach infrastructure. The laboratory system serves Southeast Michigan and provides reference laboratory services to other healthcare systems and out-of-state facilities.

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-U.S.-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 laboratory specimens; review and report laboratory results.
• Perform operational duties, maintenance, and advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
• Act as a resource to other laboratory personnel.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts and healthcare/dependent-care flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discount program
• Voluntary pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare, and auto and home insurance
• Up to $5,000 sign-on bonus based on experience

What This Job Offers

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