Medical Laboratory Scientist - Toxicology

About the role

The opening is in the Toxicology section where clinical toxicology testing is performed. The specimens used for testing are urine and blood. Certification is not required.

Responsibilities

• Records and/or enters laboratory computer results of tests performed and advises supervisor of spurious, unusual or highly abnormal results before release of results for reporting.
• Reports results of tests ordered stat and highly abnormal or unexpected results in a timely manner and according to established policies and procedures.
• Compares test results with previous patient test results when indicated, calling attention of supervisor or pathologist to unusual fluctuations.
• Performs required quality control and equipment maintenance and calibrates and operates laboratory equipment used in performance of the tests pertinent to the section to which assigned.
• Notifies appropriate personnel of problems such as unacceptable specimens, equipment malfunctions, and quality control aberrations, in accordance with department policy on procedure.
• Prepares standards, reagents, and other materials used in testing.
• Contacts nursing unit or client office personnel regarding results and for clarification of requests and other routine problems which may arise.

Requirements

• Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university in Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Science. May consider a bachelor's degree in science with a combination of relevant work experience in a comparable laboratory setting.
• Proof of educational transcripts must be submitted at time of application.
• Relevant work experience in a medical laboratory is required if MLS/MT degree is not obtained.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor an employment visa for this position.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge and some experience in wet chemistry techniques.
• Experience in patient testing using HPLC, LCMSMS and other chemistry analyzers is desirable, but not required.

Certification

• Medical Technologist (MT)/Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) – ASCP, or NCLS certification preferred.

Pay and schedule

• Full time, 40 hours a week
• Day shift, approximately 7am start time
• Location: Warde Lab, 300 W Textile Rd. Ann Arbor, MI