Medical Laboratory Scientist

at  University of Michigan

SUMMARY

To process and analyze patient samples and accurately report test results within established time limits.

IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION THE APPLICANT MUST HAVE MET OR WILL HAVE MET ALL THE REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS PRIOR TO THE START DATE OF EMPLOYMENT.

A bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science with clinical laboratory experience, and eligibility for medical technology certification by BOC.
One year of clinical training at an approved hospital and certification or registration by an appropriate health agency or certifying organization is desired

Additionally, the applicant must have:

• The ability to organize and prioritize work.
• The ability to work under pressure of time and work volume without sacrificing accuracy.
• The ability to communicate effectively with other medical personnel.
• The ability to demonstrate and explain technical procedures and policies.
• The ability to recognize problems and take appropriate action.
• Skills basic to the practice of medical laboratory technology.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS*

• A bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology with certification by BOC is preferred.

• Process incoming samples by ensuring correct labeling, computer log-in, centrifugation, aliquoting, and storage.
• Analyze patient specimens on instruments and/or by specified manual methodologies within specified turnaround times without sacrificing accuracy.
• Analyze and record quality control materials with documentation of action on out-of-range values.
• Accurately transcribe patient data from instrument printouts or worksheets into computer record including any pertinent sample description comments.
• Perform and record routine instrument maintenance procedures.
• Monitor instrument error codes, troubleshoot and correct problems as necessary.
• Record all instrument and QC problems in log book as a means of communication with other operators.
• Maintain work area in a well-stocked, clean condition.
• Instruct, train, and observe medical technology students, new employees, and pathology residents in bench procedures and theory.
• Adhere to all safety/infection control policies and procedures.
• Maintain a professional appearance and attitude in interactions with coworkers, supervisors, other hospital personnel, and hospital patients and their visitors.
• Fulfill departmental continuing education requirement.