General Lab, Travel Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Technician, All Shifts Available

Job Description

Job Description

Position & Client Overview:

HCI is seeking experienced travel medical laboratory technologists/technicians for multiple travel positions in Grand Rapids, MI as well as throughout the state of Michigan. All shifts are available, mostly in hospital lab settings. These travel contracts are initially 9-weeks long with the possibility of extensions.

These are full MT/L generalist roles, must be able to cover all departments. Experience and proficiency with Epic is preferred and a big plus! Travel experience is preferred with a minimum of 3+ years recent experience.

Please note: There are no local temp contracts open; travel contracts only

If you enjoy outdoor winter activities this is the perfect assignment for you. Winter in the Grand Rapids, MI area brings a mix of cozy indoor escapes and invigorating outdoor adventures. The city, when blanketed in snow, makes it perfect for skiing, snowboarding, and sledding at nearby parks and trails, while ice skating downtown adds a festive touch to the season. Indoors, residents often warm up with craft beer at one of the many local breweries, explore art and history at the Grand Rapids Art Museum, or enjoy live performances at the Civic Theatre. The combination of snowy landscapes and vibrant cultural offerings makes winter here both lively and comforting, with plenty of ways to embrace the chill or escape it altogether.

Salary: $2,200 weekly

Job Summary:

Discover the presence or absence of disease and provide data that help physicians determine the best treatment for the patient. Specialty areas of laboratory medicine include clinical chemistry, hematology, transfusion services, clinical immunology, clinical microbiology, serology and the emerging field of molecular diagnostics.

Skill Requirements:

• Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot and maintain the equipment
• Dexterity and good eye-hand coordination are required to collect and prepare specimens
• Lab safety and infection prevention is of paramount importance

Responsibilities may include but not be limited to:

• Performing testing in any and/or all of the following areas of the lab: clinical chemistry, hematology, transfusion services (blood bank), clinical immunology, clinical microbiology, serology, and the emerging field of molecular diagnostics.
• Matching computer orders with specimen labeling; sorting specimens; checking labeling; logging specimens; arranging reports for delivery; Maintaining quality results verify and equipment function, troubleshooting, calibrating equipment and monitoring quality control measures and protocols
• Participating in staff training and educational opportunities; Identifying and communicating abnormal patient conditions reports mandated information to the public health department or other designated officials
• Contributing to a safe and secure environment, following established standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations
• Maintaining patient confidence by keeping laboratory information confidential

Education, Certification, & Experience:

• MT/MLS: Bachelor's degree in science and MLS(ASCP) certification or equivalent
• MLT: Associates degree in science and MLT(ASCP) certification or equivalent
• Three (3) years of experience
• Epic experience is preferred

Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

HealthCare Connections, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other protected status pursuant to law. #IND