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Medical Laboratory Scientist Microbiology

McLaren Health Care
Posted 9 months ago, valid for 14 days
Location

Flint, MI 48503, US

Salary

Competitive

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The position involves conducting medical laboratory tests and analyses to aid in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of diseases.
  • Key responsibilities include analyzing body fluids, preparing blood for transfusions, and ensuring the operation of laboratory equipment.
  • A Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or a related field is required, along with MLS certification within 18 months of hire.
  • Preferred qualifications include MT/MLS certification and experience in laboratory settings.
  • The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience, which typically requires at least one year in a similar role.

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. 

 

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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.

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