What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Technologist Lead position at McLaren Greater Lansing?
Position Summary
Provides information for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease by conducting medical laboratory tests, procedures, experiments, and analyses following established accreditation guidelines and quality control standards. Essential Functions and Responsibilities : 1.Determines normal and abnormal components of body fluids by conducting chemical analyses of blood, urine, spinal fluids, and gastric juices. 2.Analyzes blood cells by counting and identifying cells, using microscopic techniques and procedures. 3.Prepares blood, plasma, and platelets for transfusions by conducting blood group, type, and compatibility tests. Lead Duties and Responsibilities (If classified in a Lead Role) : 1.Assists in quality control and performance improvement activities.2.Contributes to performance feedback, hiring decisions.3.Ensures standards are met (quality, timeliness, customer service, etc.). Required :
- Baccalaureate degree in medical technology or related fields from an accredited institution.
- Completion of internship program from an approved school of medical technology or school of clinical laboratory science.
- American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) MT certification or eligible to take MT certification exam and must be certified within one year of hire or transfer.
