Medical Lab Scientist at Beacon Health System – Kalamazoo, Michigan

Medical Lab Scientist

Full time. 40 hours per week. Night shift. Rotating weekends/holidays Performs routine diagnostic and analytic testing of laboratory specimens independently.

Responsibilities:
Performs, validates, interprets, documents and reports laboratory test results. May collect and process specimens.

Performs instrument maintenance and troubleshooting. Executes and evaluates quality control and quality assurance procedures. Documents and reports as required by regulatory agencies.

Understands and participates in all aspects of clinical laboratory testing; pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical. Anticipates and maintains required supplies for uninterrupted testing.

Assists with data collection or special projects as assigned.

Aides in documentation, evaluation and submission of all required laboratory, departmental and staff statistics/reports.

Trains and mentors Medical Lab Technicians (MLTs) , new associates and students. Medical Tech Required: N Preferred: Y, Medical Technologist (ASCP) Required: N Preferred: Y, LIC Medical Lab Scientist (ASCP) Required: N Preferred: Y, Bachelor's degree in medical technology, medical laboratory scientist, human sciences or education qualifications as stated per CLIA requirements. None required. EDUCATION Diploma Required: N Preferred: N"