Medical Laboratory Scientist - Education & Safety (80hrs/pp) 1st Shift

CURRENT BRONSON EMPLOYEES - Please apply using the career worklet in Workday. This career site is for external applicants only. Love Where You Work! Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient and strong. We are driven by Positivity which inspires us to be our best and to go above and beyond for our patients, for one another, and for our community. If you’re ready for a rewarding new career, join Team Bronson and be part of the experience. Location Kalamazoo-400 John St. - Lab Building Title Medical Laboratory Scientist - Education & Safety (80hrs/pp) 1st Shift Individuals are responsible to perform diagnostic and analytic testing on human specimens to produce sound, reliable data to aid in the diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of patients. Education & Certification Qualifications: Be enrolled in a NAACLS accredited Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science or Clinical Lab Science equivalent program for a bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited college/university and graduate within 60 days of hire. OR Completion of a NAACLS approved Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science or Clinical Lab Science equivalent program with Bachelor’s degree.OR Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry or Biology WITH completed certificate for program (i.e. post-baccalaureate, hospital-based internship, etc.) in Medical Technology (MT) or Medical Laboratory Science (MLS) that requires 90 semester credit hours plus internship. OR Bachelor’s Degree from accredited college including courses in biological science, chemistry and mathematics WITH appropriate internship AND completed Associate’s Degree or completed Undergraduate Certificate in Medical Laboratory Technology from a regionally accredited college/university with ASCP, AMT or equivalent MLS eligibility. Bachelor’s degree in biology or chemistry WITH appropriate internship AND completed Associate’s degree in Medical Laboratory Technology from a regionally accredited college/university with ASCP categorical certification/eligibility as Technologist in one or more of the following: (BB), (C), (H), or (M).AND All individuals must have completed certification OR be registry eligible and complete certification within one year of hire through ASCP, AMT or equivalent credential in Medical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology. All individuals who are newly ASCP certified after January 1, 2004, or newly AMT certified after January 1, 2006, must maintain ongoing certification. Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed equivalency evaluation to include US equivalent degree. We are not able to sponsor visas for laboratory medicine positions. Roles and Responsibilities Individual may work in one or more laboratory disciplines and be supervised by the department manager, supervisor, senior technologist or delegated in-charge individual. Employees must demonstrate competencies specific to populations served for clinical or non-clinical dependent upon laboratory location. Must be able to operate and perform basic computer programs associated with documentation and record keeping in the department. Understand and participate in all aspects of clinical laboratory testing; pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical. Anticipate and maintain required inventory (i.e. supplies, reagents, etc.) to ensure uninterrupted testing. Ability to work under specific time constraints. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing at all levels inside and outside the organization. Reflects a positive attitude and abides by Bronson's Standards and Plan for Excellence. Follows all laboratory established policies and procedures. Demonstrates responsibility for instrument operation and preventative maintenance by performing on schedule. Troubleshoots equipment problems and takes action to resolve. Executes and evaluates quality control and quality assurance procedures. Documents and reports as required by regulatory agencies. Performs, validates, interprets, documents and reports laboratory test results, determined by department assignment. Performs internal and external proficiency testing in the same manner as patient samples. Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect results and seek to resolve appropriately. Assists in training, orienting and touring new staff and students. Participates in Laboratory Quality Program activities. May be requested to alter start time, shift, department(s), and/or site depending on patient care needs. Performs other duties as assigned and if employee meets the qualifications for (for example: charge tech, competency evaluations, etc.). Dependent on job duties, a valid Michigan driver's license and insurability through Bronson's carrier may be required Working Conditions May have direct patient contact when collecting a specimen and/or processing and evaluating specimens. Work in an environment with some exposure to noxious fumes and unpleasant noises. Work in an environment with risk of sustaining illness and injury from the use of chemicals and biological materials and organisms. Working irregular hours, including mandatory overtime, holidays, weekends and on-call hours. Work which produces high levels of mental/visual fatigue, e.g., interactive and repetitive or small detailed work requiring alertness and concentration for sustained periods of time, the operation of and full attention to personal computer up to 90 percent of the time. Involves regularly lifting of bulky or moderately heavy weights (i.e., up to 45 pounds), and occasionally assisting with heavier tasks or expending the equivalent effort in pushing, pulling, or otherwise handling material, equipment, and other objects. Working conditions could include minor straining, fatiguing positions, physical motions, etc. Point of Care Only - Two years MLS experience preferred Performs training of non-lab testing personnel for point of care testing Conducts competency assessment of non-lab testing personnel and documents according to regulatory requirements. Demonstrates responsibility for all point of care instruments including operation and preventative maintenance. Troubleshoots point of care equipment problems and takes action to resolve either remotely or in person. Evaluates POC quality control results utilizing quality assurance procedures. Prepares and processes external proficiency samples for non-lab testing personnel to testing in the same manner as patient samples. Manages and supports hospital units with supply inventory to ensure uninterrupted testing. Must be able to operate computer middleware program managing point of care analyzer interfaces, personnel management and test result management. Education and Safety Department Only-Two years MLS experience preferred Coordinate student intern experiences, including onboarding, scheduling, orientation, required documentation, communication with academic partners and preceptors, and ongoing support to promote successful learning outcomes. Coordinate new hire onboarding by preparing schedules, orientation materials, access and training needs, partnering with leaders and trainers, and ensuring required documentation is completed and retained. Administer laboratory education and compliance software by managing access, assigning and tracking training, maintaining records, supporting users, and coordinating with technology teams to resolve system issues. Support laboratory safety education, documentation, compliance practices, audits, and leadership partnerships to strengthen safety awareness and regulatory readiness. Coordinate student outreach and workforce development events by promoting laboratory careers, representing the lab at schools and community events, preparing educational materials, building partner relationships, and tracking participation and follow-up needs. Maintain personnel education, training, competency, certification, onboarding, and continuing education documentation to support compliance, audit readiness, record accuracy, confidentiality, and timely resolution of documentation gaps. Assists Lab Education Coordinator with laboratory recruitment tasks. Sources, screens, and evaluates applicants through resume reviews, phone screenings, and candidate assessments to identify individuals who meet organizational and departmental requirements. Coordinate continuing education and staff development by planning, promoting, and evaluating learning opportunities that support professional growth, certification maintenance, staff engagement, and training effectiveness. Shift First Shift Time Type Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Cost Center 3306 Lab Support Services (BMH) Agency Use Policy and Agency Submittal Disclaimer Bronson Healthcare Group and its affiliates (“Bronson”) strictly prohibit the acceptance of unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies ("Recruiters") in response to job postings or word of mouth. Unsolicited resumes sent to any employee of Bronson by Recruiters, without both a valid written agreement with Bronson and a direct written request from the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a specific job position, will be considered the property of Bronson. Furthermore, no fees will be owed or paid to Recruiters who submit resumes for unsolicited candidates, even if those candidates are hired. This policy applies regardless of whether the Recruiter has a pre-existing agreement with Bronson. 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