This is a contract job opportunity. potential for perm
Position: Medical Laboratory Scientist 9494
Location: Detroit MI
Schedule: 3:30PM to midnight
Monday-Friday – every
other weekend, possible
holidays.
Projected duration: 6 months + potential for perm
Job code: CVDJP00029494
Benefits are available
Education: 2 year MLT or BS MT, BS
ASCP is preferred but not required
MICROBIOLOGY DEPT MED TECH
MICRO- CULTURE EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease.
Job Responsibilities:
Set up, adjust, maintain
and clean medical laboratory equipment. Analyze the results of tests and experiments to ensure conformity to specifications, using special
mechanical and electrical devices. Analyze, gather and record test data to issue reports that use charts, graphs and narratives. Obtain
specimens, cultivating, isolating and identifying microorganisms for analysis. May examine cells stained with dye to locate abnormalities.
Consult with a pathologist to determine a final diagnosis when abnormal cells are found.
Job Duties/Responsibilities:
Responsibilities are interchangeable within job titles of medical laboratory scientist (MLS), medical technologist or clinical laboratory scientist.
Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria. Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures. Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality.
Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving. Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls.
Report accurate and timely test results to deliver quality patient care. Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.
Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary. Assist with processing of specimens when needed. Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements. Minimum 0-2 years of clinical laboratory testing experience is required.
Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs
