If you're looking to advance your laboratory career in a specialized testing environment, this is an excellent opportunity to apply your technical expertise in Hematology and Coagulation while making a direct impact on patient care. Join a collaborative laboratory team where accuracy, quality, and professional growth are valued as you help deliver critical diagnostic results that guide important healthcare decisions.
Location: Grand Rapids, MI
Pay Rate: $28.66 - $32.88 per hour (based on experience)
Employment Type: Contingent with potential pathway for hire
Schedule: Dayshift, 7:00 AM-3:30 PM
Why This Role Matters
As a Medical Technologist, you will perform high-complexity laboratory testing within the Hematology and Coagulation departments. Your expertise will help ensure accurate, timely results that support patient diagnoses, treatment decisions, and overall quality patient care.
What You'll Do
- Perform specimen analysis and testing in accordance with laboratory procedures and department SOPs
- Review, verify, and release laboratory test results accurately and efficiently
- Conduct testing within Hematology and Coagulation departments
- Maintain quality control records, calibrations, instrument maintenance, and testing documentation
- Troubleshoot testing issues and implement corrective actions when necessary
- Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety requirements
- Report STAT and critical results according to established laboratory procedures
- Participate in training, educational meetings, quality initiatives, and regulatory inspections as needed
- A current, up-to-date resume
- Associate's degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or BS/BA in Medical Technology, Biology, or Chemistry
- ASCP National Medical Technologist Certification required
- Minimum of 1 year of clinical laboratory experience preferred
- Experience performing high-complexity laboratory testing preferred
- Knowledge of Hematology and Coagulation testing procedures
- Strong understanding of quality control (QC), quality assurance (QA), and laboratory operations
- Proficiency with laboratory information systems and multiple computer applications
- Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritize multiple tasks simultaneously
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Ability to meet compliance requirements
- Must be eligible and provide proof of eligibility to work in the US
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Opportunity to work in specialized Hematology and Coagulation laboratories
- Expand your expertise in high-complexity diagnostic testing
- Work alongside experienced laboratory professionals
- Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
- Potential pathway to long-term employment
- Make a meaningful impact on patient care through accurate laboratory diagnostics
Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:
- Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
- Dental Plan
- Supplemental Life Insurance
- Short Term Disability Insurance
- 401(k)