Medical Laboratory Scientist University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

BASIC FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITY

The Medical Laboratory Scientist performs a variety of routine or specialized tests and procedures for use by physicians in diagnosis and treatment of patient's in the Cytogenetics Laboratory.

Regular duties include:

• Perform duties inclusive of an LT (Laboratory Technician).
• Perform high complexity testing without direct supervision.
• Process incoming samples by ensuring correct labeling, computer log-in, centrifugation, aliquoting, and storage.
• Perform and record routine instrument maintenance procedures.
• Analyze and record quality control materials with documentation of action on out-of-range values.
• Accurately analyze patient specimens on instruments and/or by specified manual methodologies within specified turnaround times.
• Recognize critical, abnormal and unacceptable test results and follow-up according to established protocols.
• Identify problems with instrumentation, methodology, specimens, supplies, or results and take action as outlined in predetermined protocols.
• Monitor instrument error codes, troubleshoot and correct problems as necessary.
• Accurately transcribe patient data from instrument printouts or worksheets into computer record including any pertinent sample description comments.
• Perform analysis on data output from instruments, and create preliminary reports.
• Maintain a safe work area in a well-stocked, clean condition.
• Instruct, train, and observe medical technology students, new employees, and pathology residents in bench procedures.
• Assume responsibility for first-line supervision of the section on a temporary basis as delegated.
• Fulfill departmental continuing Ed requirement.

CHARACTERISTIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Cytogenetics-Analysis/High Complexity Testing
• Demonstrate appropriate use and knowledge of Cytogenetic imaging and analysis software.
• Identify and understand the clinical significance of chromosome, FISH or microarray abnormalities.
• Demonstrate knowledge and use of the most current ISCN nomenclature.
• Analyze patient samples (automated or manual) and report test results consistent with accuracy, quality assurance and TAT goals of the laboratory.

In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or biological science is required.
• Requires frequent standing sitting and repetitive motion for long periods of time and the ability to lift up to 30lbs.

• Certification as a Cytogenetic Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist or eligibility for certification at the time of hire is desired.
• Previous experience in FISH techniques preferred. Previous experience in a clinical cytogenetics laboratory is desired.
• Specialized laboratories may accept a Bachelor's degree in a biological science with certification eligibility specific to that laboratory.

This full time, 40 hour position is on the evening shift, M-F and will require rotating holidays, weekends and on-call.

• Works with infectious disease and/or hazardous materials.
• May have exposure to noise from laboratory equipment and pneumatic tube system.

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.