Medical Technologist Position Summary:

• The Medical Technologist is responsible for the collection, processing, and analysis of biological specimens in the laboratory. This position is also responsible for the preparation of reagents and has comprehensive knowledge of specimen collection (such as venipuncture or collecting hazardous or infectious materials for culture) in order to act as backup to phlebotomy team and may perform venipuncture and/or collect cultures.

A Day in the Life of a Medical Technologist at MyMichigan Health:

• (60%)* Analyzes and processes biological specimens, organizes workload and sets-up test procedures.
• (20%)* Evaluates appropriateness of patient and quality control results and enters into the Laboratory information system. Strictly follows critical notification policy when results meet stated criteria.
• (15%)* Maintains inventory and reorders reagents. Stocks shelves. Disposes of biohazards, chemicals, etc. in a safe manner following department procedure.
• (5%)* Maintains and troubleshoots instruments.

Requirement description :

• 1+ Year of Experience- Required
• ASCP or AMT- Required
• Bachelors Degree - Required
• Sunquest EMR - Highly Preferred
• Primarily Alma, but occasional coverage at Mt Pleasant - Required

Profile Requirements:

• Work History
• Skills Checklist, current to 1 year, pertinent to the specialty
• 2 Supervisory Reference Forms, taken within the last two years
• Licensure & Certifications (MI State License/Lara & BLS - AHA & ACLS - AHA, NIHSS)
• Candidates' Permanent Address (Facility will not consider local candidates - 50 mile radius restriction)

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :

• ASCP

STATE LICENSE REQUIREMENTS :

• Michigan

ADDITIONAL LICENSE REQUIREMENTS : Active at the time of Submission
Weekend Requirements : Required
On Call Requirements : No Call