Medical Technologist I General Lab Full Time
Detroit Medical Center
About the Role
- Medical Technologist I (General Lab)
- Full Time, Nights
- Detroit Medical Center, Sinai-Grace Hospital
Key Responsibilities
- Perform quantitative and qualitative laboratory tests on patient specimens according to standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
- Analyze test results and prepare samples for testing.
- Calculate test findings and maintain records.
- Prepare and determine validity of solutions, reagents, media stains, and various materials in the testing process.
- Process and test all types of laboratory specimens.
- Review and report lab results.
- Perform operational duties, maintenance, and advanced troubleshooting of laboratory instrumentation and equipment.
- Act as a resource to other laboratory personnel.
Requirements & Tech Stack
- Bachelor's Degree from an approved college or university and/or graduate of an accredited school of medical technology, or equivalent (e.g., military training as defined by 42 CFR 493.1489, or Medical Technologist level by HHS examination prior to 2/28/92 42 CFR 493.1491).
- Meets required criteria for High Complexity testing (42 CFR 493.1489 and 42 CFR 493.1491).
- Registered or registry eligible in accordance with an approved certifying agency (ASCP, NCA, AMT, or CSMLS) within 12 months of hire.
- Equivalency evaluation by ECE, NACES, or AICE for non-US trained personnel must be completed within 30 days of hire.
- Licensure, as required by State.
Qualifications
- Analytical ability to interpret and analyze test results.
- Interpersonal skills to work effectively with all areas of physician offices.
- Manual dexterity and visual acuity to operate various types of laboratory equipment.
- Visual acuity to closely examine specimens.
- Prefer 6 months to 1 year medical laboratory technologist, clinical laboratory scientist experience in an acute care facility.
- $15,000 Sign on Bonus (with required relevant experience)
Shift Information
- Shift Type: Night
- Shift Begin: 10:30 PM
- Shift End: 7:00 AM
- Includes blood bank with rotating weekends and holidays.