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Medical Lab Technologist | Jackson, MI | Travel
Walker Healthforce is seeking a Medical Lab Technologist for a healthcare client located in Jackson, MI. This is a contract opportunity.
Weekly Pay: up to $1,452 Shift: 7AM - 3:30PM Weekly Hours: 40 Contract Length: 13-Weeks
Start Date: ASAP
Walker Healthforce Standard Perks:
Weekly pay via Direct Deposit
Generous Tax-Free Allowances
Medical, Dental, and Vision Available
401K
JOB REQUIREMENTS
2+ years' Med Tech experience
BLS (AHA)
Certification at the technologist level from a nationally recognized agency, such as ASCP, NCA, ASM MT (ASCP) or MLS (ASCP) certification functions
PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS
Travel experience
Certification at the technologist level from a nationally recognized agency, such as ASCP, NCA, ASM, AABB, ACS, or HEW
Contact our Recruiting Team today to experience the Walker Healthforce difference!
ABOUT US Walker Healthforce is known as the dominant force of performance, precision, expertise, and integrity in the healthcare consulting community! As a certified WMBE, we provide end-to-end healthcare IT and clinical solutions to hospitals, health systems, and payer organizations, including Fortune 100 firms nationwide. We are healthcare experts, we're custom not commodity and we've been exceeding expectations for nearly 20 years. Join forces with us to experience unparalleled results today!
Application currently closed
This job was posted on Sat Mar 16 2024 and expired on Thu Mar 21 2024.
$1K /wkAverage
Tasks
Conduct chemical analysis of body fluids, including blood, urine, or spinal fluid, to determine presence of normal or abnormal components.
Analyze laboratory findings to check the accuracy of the results.
Operate, calibrate, or maintain equipment used in quantitative or qualitative analysis, such as spectrophotometers, calorimeters, flame photometers, or computer-controlled analyzers.
Collect and study blood samples to determine the number of cells, their morphology, or their blood group, blood type, or compatibility for transfusion purposes, using microscopic techniques.
Enter data from analysis of medical tests or clinical results into computer for storage.
Establish or monitor quality assurance programs or activities to ensure the accuracy of laboratory results.
Analyze samples of biological material for chemical content or reaction.
Set up, clean, and maintain laboratory equipment.
Provide technical information about test results to physicians, family members, or researchers.
Cultivate, isolate, or assist in identifying microbial organisms or perform various tests on these microorganisms.
Supervise, train, or direct lab assistants, medical and clinical laboratory technicians or technologists, or other medical laboratory workers engaged in laboratory testing.
Develop, standardize, evaluate, or modify procedures, techniques, or tests used in the analysis of specimens or in medical laboratory experiments.
Harvest cell cultures at optimum time, based on knowledge of cell cycle differences and culture conditions.
Select and prepare specimens and media for cell cultures, using aseptic technique and knowledge of medium components and cell requirements.
Obtain, cut, stain, and mount biological material on slides for microscopic study and diagnosis, following standard laboratory procedures.
Conduct medical research under direction of microbiologist or biochemist.
Skills
Reading Comprehension - Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Writing - Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Speaking - Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Science - Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
Critical Thinking - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Active Learning - Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Monitoring - Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Instructing - Teaching others how to do something.
Complex Problem Solving - Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Operation Monitoring - Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
Quality Control Analysis - Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
Judgment and Decision Making - Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Time Management - Managing one's own time and the time of others.
Knowledge
Clerical - Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
Customer and Personal Service - Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
Mechanical - Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
Mathematics - Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Chemistry - Knowledge of the chemical composition, structure, and properties of substances and of the chemical processes and transformations that they undergo. This includes uses of chemicals and their interactions, danger signs, production techniques, and disposal methods.
Biology - Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
Medicine and Dentistry - Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
English Language - Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
What experience do you have working in a medical laboratory?
Answer
I have 3 years of experience working in a medical laboratory, performing various tests and analyzing samples.
How do you ensure accuracy and precision in your work as a medical laboratory technologist?
Answer
I follow strict protocols, double-check my work, and maintain a clean and organized work area to minimize errors.
Can you describe a challenging situation you faced in the laboratory and how you resolved it?
Answer
I once encountered an equipment malfunction during a critical test. I quickly troubleshooted the issue and notified the supervisor, ensuring minimal disruption to the workflow.
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