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Positions Location: Carson City, MI
General Purpose of Job:
Responsible for the analysis of laboratory specimens and subsequent result reporting according to laboratory protocol and procedures.
Essential Duties:
This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Caregivers may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.
- Performs routine and specialized patient laboratory testing.
- Obtains laboratory specimens from patients as needed.
- Posts laboratory results to their proper destination.
- Process microbiology cultrues and other specimes as needed.
- Follows establised procedures for quality control performance and documentation. Reports discrepancies to the Laboratory manager or designee.
- Performs daily, weekly, monthly or as needed maintenance on instruments and equipment as appropriate. Performs calibration of equipment as required.
- Troubleshoots problems with instruments, equipment, reagents and patient specimens. Documents situation approproately in department log and notifies the Laboratory Manager or designee.
- Maintains work area, cleans bench, restocks supplies and notifies manager of low stock.
- Participates in new lot correlation studies, proficiency testing, computer validation, procedure updates and accreditation readiness as needed.
- Participates in orientation and training of students and new laboratory employees.
- Performs DOT and non-DOT urine collections and BAT tests when requested following the established guidelines.
- Seeks additional assignments/projects during periods of lower than normal work volume.
| General Requirements |
• MT (ASCP), MLT (ASCP), CLS (ASCP) or equivalent certification within 12 months of hire. • BLS certified within 60 days of hire |
| Education |
• Completion of an accredited Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Technician or Clinical Laboratory Science program and registered or registry eligible |
| Specialized Knowledge and Skills |
• Good communication skills, accurate writing and spelling, ability to reason and problem solve. • Computer skills. • Demonstrates ability to use a keyboard as may be required to perform the essential duties of the job |
UM Health - Sparrow is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
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