Medical Laboratory Scientist

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Shift: 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM

Henry Ford Jackson offers a dynamic work environment for Medical Laboratory Scientists, providing opportunities to maintain competency as a generalist across all areas of the laboratory. MLS professionals play a key role in high-volume testing, with 80% of work coming from outreach and the remaining from inpatient care, including cases from a robust cancer center. Beyond benchwork, employees can engage in LEAN process improvement, CAP accreditation, and special projects. The laboratory is undergoing significant advancements, including a new automation line and updated instrumentation in 2025, providing opportunities for learning and growth. With flexible shifts, a welcoming leadership team, and strong collaboration with healthcare teams, this location offers excellent career development in a supportive and safe community, centrally located near major Michigan hubs.

Ready to put your analytical superpowers to work? As a Medical Laboratory Scientist, you'll dive into the fascinating world of blood and body fluid analysis! Under general supervision, you'll perform both routine and complex analytic procedures using a mix of hands-on manual techniques and cutting-edge laboratory instruments and information systems. If you love solving puzzles and making a real difference in patient care, this is your lab!

• Master routine and complex analytic procedures on blood, body fluids, and specimens with precision and flair
• Leverage both manual techniques and state-of-the-art laboratory instruments to deliver accurate results
• Navigate laboratory information systems like a pro to ensure seamless data management
• Bring your technical proficiency and theoretical knowledge to every analysis you perform
• Collaborate with the team under general supervision to maintain the highest standards of laboratory excellence
• Stay sharp and continuously apply your expertise to support critical patient care decisions

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university required. Coursework must align with duties of the specific section Medical Laboratory discipline position and meet the education Eligibility Routes for Medical Laboratory Scientist listed on the ASCP website at (ascp.org)
  • OR possesses a categorical scientist level certification as a BB, C, CG, CT, M, MB
  • OR has met the requirements for AAB and/or AMT certifications
• Requires six months of experience in a medical laboratory setting
• Demonstrated technical proficiency and theoretical knowledge sufficient to perform laboratory functions are required.
• Certification at the technologist, or medical/clinical lab scientist level from a nationally recognized agency, such as ASCP, AMT, ASM, AAB, AABB, ACS, or HEW is preferred.