What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Laboratory Scientist position at Trinity Health Michigan?
Location: Livingston
Status: Full Time, 36 hours a week
Shift: Nights
- Weekend and Holiday rotation required
St. Joseph Mercy Livingston Hospital in Howell and St. Joseph Mercy Brighton serve the health care needs of Livingston County residents. Services include an award-winning 24-hour emergency department, inpatient and outpatient surgery, including joint replacement, a variety of diagnostic and outpatient services and over 300 physicians serving patients.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE
- May consider a bachelor’s degree in science with a combination of relevant work experience in a laboratory setting. Proof of educational transcripts must be submitted at time of application.
Experience: Prior experience desired, but not required. Will train. Understanding the principles of basic chemistry and techniques is essential.
Certification/Licensure: Medical Technologist (MT)/Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) – ASCP, or NCLS certification preferred.
This position may also be listed as: Medical Lab Scientist, Medical Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Scientist
Applicants for this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor an employment visa for this position.
POSITION PURPOSE
Under general supervision, performs qualitative and quantitative laboratory tests on patient specimens, according to established standards and practices. Analyzes test results and prepares samples for testing. Is knowledgeable of the principles and clinical significance involved in test procedures and uses this expertise daily. Demonstrates unit/area-designated competencies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Follows established procedures and policies to perform all tests, pertinent to the section to which assigned.
- Records and/or enters into laboratory computer results of tests performed and advises supervisor spurious, unusual or highly abnormal results before release of results for reporting.
- Reports results of tests ordered stat and highly abnormal or unexpected results in a timely manner and according to established policies and procedures.
- Compares test results with previous patient test results when indicated, calling attention of supervisor or pathologist to unusual fluctuations.
- Performs required quality control and equipment maintenance and calibrates and operates laboratory equipment used in performance of the tests pertinent to the section) to which assigned.
- Notifies appropriate personnel of problems such as unacceptable specimens, equipment malfunctions, and quality control aberrations, in accordance with department policy on procedure.
- Prepares standards, reagents, and other materials used in testing.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.
