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Positions Location: Lansing, MI
General Purpose of Job:
To perform accurate laboratory testing in assigned sections of the Department of Laboratories, operate instrumentation, report test results and adhere to established quality control criteria and established 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 special clinical laboratory tests in assigned sections of the clinical laboratory utilizing automated and non-automated equipment.
- Assesses results with respect to controls, reviews results for accuracy and communicates results of tests performed to physicians and other authorized personnel.
- Communicates problems or matters of a scientific, technical and/or administrative nature both within the department and interdepartmentally utilizing computer technology.
- Analyzes and evaluates laboratory test results to determine inconsistent results and takes appropriate procedural action to verify results.
- Maintains accurate records of tests conducted, results, data and patients tested including calculation of results from supplied data, obtained data and statistics for quality assurance.
- Maintains equipment and inventory through making minor adjustments, performing scheduled maintenance, and troubleshooting major problems utilizing departmental resources and manufacturers telephone trouble lines.
- Provides instruction in laboratory technique, instrumentation, and application of laboratory test procedures to new technologists or technicians and students.
- Performs related duties such as obtaining blood specimens, processing specimens, and clerical activities. Assists supervisors in development of technical procedures and protocols.
- Maintains clean and efficient work area and replenishes supplies as necessary. Prioritizes workload to maximize efficiency while meeting patient and physician needs. Responsible for inventory maintenance at each bench assignment.
- Serves as a role model for consistent demonstration of Sparrow Health System’s Customer Service Behavioral Standards of Performance, by respecting the Privacy and Confidentiality of those we serve.
- Demonstrates knowledge and respects patient, service provider, organizational confidentiality and HIPAA security procedures and protocols as defined under the HIPAA Privacy and Security Procedures.
- Follows established HIPAA privacy procedures when using and/or disclosing protected health information. Maintains and protects patients’ rights under the HIPAA Privacy Standards.
| General Requirements |
Completion of MLT program and MLT certification by nationally recognized agency (ASCP). |
| Work Experience |
Two years of clinical laboratory experience preferred. |
| Education |
Associate Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or related field. |
| Specialized Knowledge and Skills |
Basic knowledge of accuracy, precision, normal ranges and correlation with existing methods including evaluation of clinical specimens for suitability for testing and presence of interfering substances. |
This position is open to new graduates and experienced MLT's.
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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