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Job description
Corewell Medical Laboratory Scientist - Traveler
Location: Royal Oak, MI
Onsite Flexibility: Onsite
Contract Details
Position Type: Contract
Contract Duration: 6 months
Pay Rate: $56.64 / Hour (USD)
Shift / Schedule:
Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Job Summary
The Medical Laboratory Scientist - Traveler is responsible for the full spectrum of clinical laboratory testing in a high-complexity environment, including specimen handling and processing, test analysis, results reporting, and record maintenance. The successful candidate must possess a solid understanding of basic laboratory testing, good computer skills, and the ability to adapt to working in multiple computer systems. Knowledge of QC and QA as well as all areas of the laboratory is required.
Key Responsibilities Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results.
Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures (see department SOPs).
Review and release test results.
Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA , and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines.
Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and all maintenance performed.
Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered, or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor.
Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
Follow department's procedure in reporting STATS or Critical results to clients.
If applicable, answer questions from customers or other lab personnel.
Maintain complete records of all testing performed on-site.
Maintain general appearance of the department.
Make sure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and if applicable opened dates.
Review/train on new procedures.
Attend monthly department and any additional training/educational meetings.
Participate in all applicable safety training sessions; know the location and contents of the safety manual and the location/use of all applicable safety equipment.
If needed, participate in government or regulatory agency inspections.
Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.
Required Skills Solid understanding of basic laboratory testing.
Good computer skills with the ability to adapt to working in multiple computer systems.
Knowledge of QC and QA as well as all areas of the laboratory.
Ability to establish work priorities and handle several procedures simultaneously.
Ability to interact with other departments.
Good customer service skills; contact with clients may be required.
Must protect patient confidentiality at all times.
Education Requirements BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology; or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology; or previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR published on March 14, 1990.
Foreign-educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation).
United States-educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript.
Successful candidate should possess or be eligible for national certification as an MT / MLT from a recognized organization (ASCP or AMT ).
National and State licensure as required.
Required Experience 1 year of clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred.
Minimum of 1 year of clinical laboratory experience in highly complex testing for those with a BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology.
Work Environment / Physical Requirements Overtime is expected.
Must have the ability to establish work priorities and handle several procedures simultaneously.
Must interact with other departments.
This is a hospital site that requires additional credentialing.
Important Notes This is a hospital site that requires additional credentialing.
About the Client
This client is a leading provider of diagnostic laboratory and healthcare services , serving one in three adult Americans annually and supporting half of the physicians and hospitals across the United States, with laboratory operations extending internationally. With nearly 50,000 employees, this organization operates at national scale while delivering the diagnostic insights that drive clinical decisions, guide treatments, and ultimately save lives. The workforce spans laboratory scientists, logistics professionals, technologists, and business talent - all contributing to healthcare outcomes that directly impact patients at the most personal level.
About GTT
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.
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Industry: Healthcare
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Worksite address
royal oak, MI, 48073, US
Who can apply
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