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Job Summary

As a Medical Technologist with Corewell Health, you'll perform routine and specialized tests and procedures to aid physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of our patients. With opportunities to work in areas such as Chemistry, Hematology, Immunohematology, and more, you'll play a critical role in delivering top-quality care, making a real difference in the lives of our patients.

Essential Functions

+ Independently performs routine/complex chemical, hematologic, microscopic, morphologic immunologic, and/or microbiologic procedures involving the use of laboratory instruments or manual techniques maintaining appropriate technical and organizational skills within established turn- around times.

+ Applies advanced level of knowledge, training, and clinical judgment to: (a) release quality patient test results; (b) evaluate instrument performance and quality control results to determine the accuracy and reliability of all analytical data before it is released; (c) correlate results with other laboratory data and/or disease states; (d) identify technical, instrument, pharmacologic and/or physiologic causes of unexpected test results. Takes action/or develops solutions based on data at hand in collaboration with section supervisor/director.

+ Standardizes, calibrates, performs preventative maintenance and performs in-depth troubleshooting on laboratory equipment and instruments.

+ Assists in the development and/or design of new test procedures and/or methodologies; participates in the evaluation, correlation, and introduction of new instruments or procedures.

+ Participates in the instruction (theory and practice) of clinical laboratory science to students, residents, and new employees; attends, participates in, and presents department continuing education and in-service training programs.

+ Participates in various quality assurance and regulatory agency activities in the department, which may include performance of proficiency testing; involvement in TQM/CQI committees; developing and documenting quality assurance monitors; writing and updating of procedure manuals; participation in mandatory personal competency assessment and assistance with administration of section competency testing program.

+ Provides direction and guidance for questions and/or problems referred by medical laboratory technicians, and other laboratory personnel concerning specimen acceptability, unusual or discrepant results, instrument or method problems, and/or out-of-control situations. Communicates with nurses/physicians/other health care workers and public concerning lab results, procedures, and technology.

+ Performs other special projects and miscellaneous duties as assigned, including inventory control, reagent preparation, limited venipuncture. Acting as a Team Leader, assumes designated functions of the supervisor in his/her absence according to CAP/CLIA requirements.

Qualifications

+ Required Bachelor's Degree Baccalaureate degree from a regionally accredited college/university with 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) in biology including one semester in microbiology and 16 semester hours (24 quarter hours) in chemistry including one semester in organic or biochemistry, which may be obtained within, or in addition to, the baccalaureate degree. Completion of a clinical laboratory approved or accredited program by NAACLS or at least three months documented laboratory training in each specialty in which the individual performs high complexity testing.

+ Required Clinical internship proof of completion (e.g., NAACLS accredited program – hospital-based or university-based) i. Certificate of completion (hospital-based) ii. “Clinical Practicum” designation on transcript (university-based)

+ Required Official ASCP BOC approval (e-mail letter) confirming eligibility to take the certification exam.

+ Completion of a NAACLS accredited clinical internship or equivalent experience/training as required by the ASCP Board of Certification or other acceptable certifying agency/work experience approved by Lab Administration. Required

+ CRT-Medical Laboratory Scientist - ASCP American Society for Clinical Pathology Effective October, 2009 1 Year required Or

+ CRT-Medical Technologist, Certified (MT) - ASCP American Society for Clinical Pathology Prior to October, 2009 1 Year required Or

+ CRT-INTERNATIONAL_MEDICAL_LABORATORY_SCIENTIST-ASCP #N/A Effective October 23, 2009 (see Notes below) 1 Year required Or

+ CRT-Blood Banking Technologist (BBT) - ASCP American Society for Clinical Pathology 1 Year required Or

+ CRT-Cytogenetic Technologist (CG) - ASCP American Society for Clinical Pathology 1 Year required Or

+ CRT-Histotechnologist (HTL) - ASCP American Society for Clinical Pathology 1 Year required Or

+ CRT-Microbiology Technologist - ASCP American Society for Clinical Pathology 1 Year required Or

+ CRT-Molecular Biology Technologist - ASCP American Society for Clinical Pathology 1 Year required Or

+ CRT-American Medical Technologist, Certified (AMT) - AMT American Medical Technologists After 2010 1 Year required Or

+ CRT-Clinical Laboratory Scientist - ASCP American Society for Clinical Pathology Prior to October, 2009 1 Year required Or

+ CRT-Clinical Laboratory Scientist - ASCP American Society for Clinical Pathology (NCA) in Chemistry/Urinalysis, Hematology, Immunohematology, or Microbiology. Prior to October, 2009. No longer administered-see Notes 2-4. 1 Year required

+ CRT-At least one License and/or Certification in area of specialty - UNKNOWN Unknown as determined by mrg or admin Upon Hire preferred

Physical Demands

+ Pallet to Waist (6" from floor) > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 30 lbs

+ Waist to Waist > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 25 lbs

+ Waist to Chest (below shoulder) > 5 lbs: Occasionally up to 5 lbs

+ Unilateral Carry > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs

+ Pushing Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs

+ Pulling Force > 5 lbs: Seldom up to 10 lbs

+ Sitting: Occasionally

+ Standing: Occasionally

+ Walking: Occasionally

+ Forward Bend - Standing: Seldom

+ Forward Bend - Sitting: Seldom

+ Trunk Rotation - Standing: Seldom

+ Trunk Rotation - Sitting: Seldom

+ Squat: Seldom

+ Stair Climbing: Occasionally

+ Crawling / Kneeling: Seldom

+ Driving: Seldom

+ Reach - Above Shoulder: Seldom

+ Reach - at Shoulder or Below: Seldom

+ Handling: Frequently

+ Finger/Hand Dexterity: Frequently

+ Visual Acuity ¹ [None = No; Seldom = Yes]: Frequently

How Corewell Health cares for you

+ Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here (https://careers.corewellhealth.org/us/en/benefits-new) .

+ On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv

+ Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!

+ Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance

+ Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

+ Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Royal Oak Hospital - 3601 W 13 Mile Road - Royal Oak

Department Name

Lab - Clinical Pathology Chem - CH East - North - Royal Oak

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Evening (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

8

Days Worked

5

Weekend Frequency

Every third weekend

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.