Medical Laboratory Scientist - Blood Bank

Medical Laboratory Scientist

Department: Blood Bank

Location: Trinity Health Ann Arbor

Status: Full Time, 40 hours a week

Shift: Approx 3pm-11:30pm

$8,000 sign on bonus available for new colleagues

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.

The Trinity Health Lab is a fast-paced and automated area of the comprehensive healthcare system.  We have a diverse group of medical technologists, and our employee satisfaction is very high.  Located in Trinity Health System Ann Arbor you will be centrally located to the art, culture, academics, entertainment, and activities that Ann Arbor provides.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE

Education:  Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, or university in Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Science.

• May consider a bachelor’s degree in science with a combination of 2 years of relevant work experience in a laboratory setting.  Proof of educational transcripts must be submitted at time of application.

Experience:  Prior clinical work experience in a Blood Bank laboratory setting is desired.

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 

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.