Medical Laboratory Scientist Microbiology

Medical Laboratory Scientist Microbiology Flint, MI Job Details Full-time 12 hours ago Qualifications Medical Laboratory Scientist Certification Biology Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science Bachelor's degree in biological science Laboratory inventory control Microbiology Medical Technology Accreditation standards (regulatory compliance area) Laboratory equipment maintenance Cross-matching Medical Technologist Routine maintenance for instrumentation and control systems Spectrophotometer Clinical chemistry Equipment malfunction troubleshooting Mid-level Laboratory equipment calibration Microscope proficiency Bachelor's degree Laboratory quality control Order placement Chemistry Microbiological analysis Instrument maintenance Bachelor's degree in chemistry Full Job Description About Us McLaren Health Care is a fully integrated health network committed to quality, evidence-based patient care with locations in Michigan and Indiana. The McLaren system includes 13 hospitals in Michigan, ambulatory surgery centers, imaging centers, a primary and specialty care physician network, commercial and Medicaid HMOs, home health, infusion and hospice providers, pharmacy services, a clinical laboratory network and a wholly owned medical malpractice insurance company. McLaren operates Michigan's largest network of cancer centers and providers, anchored by the Karmanos Cancer Institute, one of only 53 National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers in the U.S. Medical Laboratory Scientist Microbiology Michigan, Flint NEW Health Professional McLaren Health Management Grp 26000733

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. 4. Processes, reads, and reports cultures from various sources as well as antibiotic sensitivities and other microbiology procedures. 5. Ensures operation of analyzers, spectrophotometers, colorimeters, and other laboratory equipment by calibrating; completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment and techniques. 6. Maintains laboratory supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies. #LI-AK1

Required:

Bachelor's degree in medical technology, medical laboratory science, chemistry, or related biological science field. MLS certification within 18 months of hire or transfer.

Preferred:

MT/MLS certification.

Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans Additional Information Schedule:

Full-time Requisition ID:

26000733

Daily Work Times:

4pm-12:30am

Hours Per Pay Period:

80

On Call:

No Weekends:

Yes McLaren Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identification, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, genetic information, height or weight, protected veteran or other classification protected by law.