Medical Technologist - $15,000 Sign On Bonus **Schedule: 7 On 7 Off

Process Level : Location US-MI-Gladwin Job ID 2024-33389 Category Laboratory Department : Name Lab - Testing Position Type Regular Full-Time Shift Night Shift Shift Time 2000-0630 Location : Postal Code 48624 Location : Address 515 Quarter St

Summary

***Up to $15,000 Sign On Bonus***

Schedule: 7 On, 7 Off (3 12's, 4 10's)

Medical Technologist Position Summary:

• The Medical Technologist is responsible for the collection, processing, and analysis of biological specimens in the laboratory. This position is also responsible for the preparation of reagents and has comprehensive knowledge of specimen collection (such as venipuncture or collecting hazardous or infectious materials for culture) in order to act as backup to phlebotomy team and may perform venipuncture and/or collect cultures.

Responsibilities

A Day in the Life of a Medical Technologist at MyMichigan Health:

• (60%)* Analyzes and processes biological specimens, organizes workload and sets-up test procedures.
• (20%)* Evaluates appropriateness of patient and quality control results and enters into the Laboratory information system. Strictly follows critical notification policy when results meet stated criteria.
• (15%)* Maintains inventory and reorders reagents. Stocks shelves. Disposes of biohazards, chemicals, etc. in a safe manner following department procedure.
• (5%)* Maintains and troubleshoots instruments.

Certifications and Licensures

• Must be registered as an MLT, MT or MLS with the ASCP, NCA, and/or HEW within 6 months of hire or transfer.

Required Education

Requirements We Are Looking For:

Medical Laboratory Technician OR Medical Technologist OR Medical Laboratory Scientist Degree Required

• Medical Technologist (MT) / Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) = Bachelor's Degree Required

Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science/Technology or a bachelor's degree in a science or health related field with national MLS certification may also be considered.

• Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) = Associate's Degree Required

Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Science/Technology required.

Education: Bachelors Degree
Equivalent Experience: A bachelors degree in Medical Laboratory Science/Technology or a bachelors degree in a science or health related field with national MLS certification may also be considered.

Other Information

Other Duties and Responsibilities:

• Meets Clinical Laboratory Improvement Amendments (CLIA) guidelines.
• Collection, processing, and analysis of biological specimens in the laboratory. Including the preparation of reagents and comprehensive knowledge of specimen collection (such as venipuncture or collecting hazardous or infectious materials for culture) in order to act as backup to phlebotomy team and may perform venipuncture and/or collect cultures.
• Appraises results to distinguish normal and abnormal values, performs calculations, prepares and distributes written, electronic (e.g. LIS), and verbal reports.
• Evaluates appropriateness of patient and quality control results and enters into the Laboratory Information System. Strictly follows critical notification policy when results meet stated criteria.
• Follows all laboratory safety policies and procedures.
• Maintains inventory through first in first out (FIFO) principles including ordering, stocking, and managing outdates.
• Disposes of biohazards, chemicals, etc. in a safe manner following department procedure.
• Performs preventative maintenance of instruments and troubleshooting methodologies.
• Assists in training new technologists and medical technology students.
• Works with section leaders to organize workflow and optimize patient care.
• Supervision Exercised: Limited in the absence of Technical Specialist and/or Manager.
• For high complexity tests, this position may serve as a general supervisor (CLIA definition), defined in laboratory policy.

*NOTE: PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS MAY BE APPLICABLE WITH THIS POSITION.

Refer to job description for a complete list of requirements.

Equivalent Experience and Other Comments (Education)

#INDEED1HP #LI-AD1

Options

Apply Apply Submit a Referral Refer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Application FAQs

Software Powered by iCIMS
www.icims.com