Medical Technologist Jobs in Michigan

A Medical Technologist, also known as a Clinical Laboratory Scientist, plays a vital role in the med tech industry by performing and analyzing the results of complex scientific tests on blood and bodily fluids. These professionals use sophisticated laboratory equipment, such as microscopes and cell counters. They are instrumental in the detection, diagnosis and treatment of diseases. They may work in several areas of the medical laboratory or specialize in just one. Medical Technologists also ensure the labs are running smoothly by maintaining and troubleshooting the most automated and intricate lab equipment.

To become a Medical Technologist, one needs a strong background in sciences and a degree in medical technology or life sciences. A certification from organizations like the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) is also required. They should possess strong analytical judgment and problem-solving skills. Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure are also important. Before becoming a Medical Technologist, a person might have roles such as a Medical Laboratory Technician or a Clinical Laboratory Technician. They may also have experience as a Biological Technician or a Chemist.

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Medical Technologist

  • Troy, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Troy, MI
  • 5 days ago

Medical Technologist - Chemistry and Hematology About Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital In response to the health care needs of a growing community, in 1977, Corewell opened a new 189-bed hospital...

Patient Care Technician

  • Lincoln Park, MI
  • 6 hours ago
  • Lincoln Park, MI
  • 6 hours ago

Job Requirements Our Patient Care Technicians provide high-quality patient care to patients suffering from the most advanced stage of chronic kidney disease, known as END Stage Renal Disease...

Patient Care Technician - PCT

  • Lapeer, MI
  • 7 hours ago
  • Lapeer, MI
  • 7 hours ago

Join our team! Rated Newsweek's Most Loved Workplaces. Paid Dialysis Training Tuition reimbursement Competitive Pay & Benefits - Eligible for healthcare benefits 30 days after hire date. Generous...

Patient Care Technician

  • East Tawas, MI
  • 7 hours ago
  • East Tawas, MI
  • 7 hours ago

Join our team! Rated Newsweek's Most Loved Workplaces. Paid Dialysis Training Tuition reimbursement Competitive Pay & Benefits - Eligible for healthcare benefits 30 days after hire date. Generous...

Nurse Tech Med Surg

  • Hastings, MI
  • 8 hours ago
  • Hastings, MI
  • 8 hours ago

About the unit This unit is a 13-bed Med Surg unit with overflow into ICU. Stroke Certified. We treat our patients as our own family. Accountability, honesty, compassion and courage are very...

Patient Care Technician - PCT

  • Monroe, MI
  • 20 hours ago
  • Monroe, MI
  • 20 hours ago

About this role: As a Patient Care Technician (PCT) at Fresenius Medical Care, you play a vital part in supporting people who entrust us with their care, their families, and your fellow care team...

Ambulatory Clinical Tech Gastroenterology

  • Holland, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Holland, MI
  • 1 day ago

About Outpatient Clinics Corewell Health operates over 300 outpatient clinics across Michigan, bringing a multitude of care options to the communities that we serve. There are over 40 different...

ENDOSCOPY TECHNICIAN UMH-Sparrow Lansing

  • Lansing, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 1 day ago

Job Opportunity Job ID: 49102 Per Diem Description: Positions Location: Lansing, MI Job Description General Purpose of Job : The Endoscopy technician provides smooth work flow in the department...

Patient Care Technician - Dialysis Training Provided

  • Walker, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Walker, MI
  • 1 day ago

Health care experience a plus including: BONENT Certified, Certified Hemodialysis Technician (CHT), Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), or Phlebotomy certification....

Medical Technologist I Microbiology Full Time Days

  • Detroit, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 1 day ago

DMC University Laboratories evolved in 1993 and is comprised of Core Laboratories, Specialty Laboratories, two rapid response hospital laboratories, Centralized Stat Lab, Centralized Blood Bank Lab,...

Hyperbaric Technologist PRN

  • Grosse Pointe, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Grosse Pointe, MI
  • 1 day ago

About Corewell Health Grosse Pointe Hospital Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital is a 280-bed acute care campus located in the heart of Grosse Pointe. Opened in 1945 by the Sisters of...

SPECIMEN COLLECTION: Order, collects and labels POC testing done in the practice....

Patient Care Technician - Intensive Care Unit Days - Resource

  • Wyoming, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Wyoming, MI
  • 2 days ago

SPECIMEN COLLECTION: Collects and labels sputum, urine, and stool specimens for laboratory testing; testing urine for sugar, acetone, blood or pH; straining urine for kidney stones; and using the glucometer...

Med Tech- All Shifts- Part Time

  • Grand Haven, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Grand Haven, MI
  • 3 days ago

Description As a Med Tech, you will have an opportunity to serve our residents with passion and work where teamwork is valued. We provide high-quality and compassionate care that supports each...

Histopathology Technologist

  • Detroit, MI
  • 3 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 3 days ago

Performing routine Anatomic Pathology procedures Specimen accessioning, processing, embedding, cutting (microtomy) staining and coverslipping, Performing quality control on daily stain control slide...

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Salary for Medical Technologist Jobs in Michigan

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Medical Technologists in Michigan offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
30.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
23.5%
High School or GED
18.2%
Associate's Degree
17.4%
Master's Degree
6.8%
Doctorate Degree
1.9%
Some College
1.8%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Medical Technologists in Michigan
1-2 years
28.3%
Less than 1 year
28.3%
None
24.8%
2-4 years
13.4%
4-6 years
3.8%
8-10 years
1.3%


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