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Senior Lab Technologist- BMH, Support Services
full-timeKalamazoo

Summary

Location

Kalamazoo

Type

full-time

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About this role

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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. 

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Location

BMH Bronson Methodist Hospital

Title

Senior Lab Technologist- BMH, Support Services

Education and Certification qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree required from a regionally accredited college or university.
  • Completed ASCP certification as MLT or MLS. Also acceptable are ASCP certifications in categorical(s) or ASCP certification as specialist in applicable department(s).
  • Must maintain ongoing certification maintenance if ASCP certified after January 1, 2004 or AMT certified after January 1, 2006.

Required Experience:

  • Two years full-time experience in clinical laboratory.

Role and Responsibilities:

  • Employee must demonstrate competencies specific to populations served for clinical or non-clinical dependent upon laboratory location.
  • Demonstrate proper performance of manual and automated clinical laboratory procedures through satisfactory training and competency evaluation, dependent upon department assignment.
  • Must be proficient in computer programs associated with instrumentation, documentation, and record keeping within the department.
  • Understands and participates in all aspects of clinical laboratory testing; pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical.
  • Reflects a positive attitude and abides by Bronson's Standards and Plan for Excellence.
  • Skilled in self-organization and coordinating the work of others. May guide and coordinate the work activities of subordinates.
  • Demonstrates interpersonal communication skills, ability to resolve conflict and ability to work as a team leader. Skill in both verbal and written communication.
  • Provides technical and clinical decision support to staff and clinicians.
  • Develops procedures for the laboratory tests.
  • Participates in all aspects of the Laboratory Quality System Plan.
  • Dependent upon department assignment, performs and evaluates quality controls on testing to ensure results are within acceptable ranges; researches problems and corrects. Documents and reports as required by regulatory agencies.
  • Participates in Proficiency testing and/or assessments per compliance policy and procedure if assigned to technical area(s).
  • Participates in the evaluation of products and techniques to use, ensuring they are contemporary and cost effective.
  • Anticipates and maintains required supplies for uninterrupted testing. Inventory manages laboratory supplies together with staff.
  • Ability to work under specific time constraints and deadlines. Available to respond to irregular hours, including holidays, weekends and on-call hours to provide support on-site (or distant if appropriate).
  • Operates, calibrates, and conducts performance checks on clinical laboratory equipment.
  • Guides troubleshooting and process solving of equipment/technical problems and takes action to resolve.
  • Performs testing and validates laboratory test result per department assignment. Dependent on job duties, may have direct patient contact when collecting a specimen and/or processing and evaluating specimens.
  • Assists in training and orientation of new staff and students and assesses for retraining or competency needs.
  • If qualified, performs other duties as assigned (for example: competency evaluations, scheduling, payroll, etc.)
  • Dependent on job duties, a valid Michigan driver's license and insurability through Bronson's carrier may be required.

Working Conditions

  • 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.
  • 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 40-70 percent of the time.
  • Involves considerable standing or walking, regular lifting of light-weight objects (45lbs or less), and assisting with heavier tasks as necessary.
  • Working conditions could include minor straining, fatiguing positions, physical motions, etc.

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. Only candidates submitted through a specific written agreement with the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a named position are eligible for fee consideration.

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Other facts

Tech stack
Clinical Laboratory Procedures,Computer Proficiency,Quality Control,Interpersonal Communication,Conflict Resolution,Team Leadership,Technical Support,Procedure Development,Inventory Management,Troubleshooting,Training and Orientation,Regulatory Compliance,Analytical Skills,Self-Organization,Time Management,Problem Solving

About Bronson Healthcare

With over 9,000 employees, more than 1,500 medical staff members, and 747 licensed beds, Bronson Healthcare is the largest employer and leading healthcare system in southwest Michigan. It offers a full range of services from primary care to critical care across more than 100 locations.

Key member organizations include: Bronson Methodist Hospital, Bronson Battle Creek, Bronson LakeView Hospital, Bronson South Haven Hospital, Bronson Medical Group, Bronson at Home, Bronson Commons, Bronson Athletic Club, Bronson Wellness Center and the Bronson Health Foundation.

More information is available at bronsonhealth.com and bronsonpositivity.com.

Team size: 5,001-10,000 employees
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Industry: Hospitals and Health Care

What you'll do

  • The Senior Lab Technologist is responsible for demonstrating competencies in clinical laboratory procedures and providing technical support to staff and clinicians. They also participate in quality control, procedure development, and training of new staff.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does a Senior Lab Technologist- BMH, Support Services do at Bronson Healthcare?

As a Senior Lab Technologist- BMH, Support Services at Bronson Healthcare, you will: the Senior Lab Technologist is responsible for demonstrating competencies in clinical laboratory procedures and providing technical support to staff and clinicians. They also participate in quality control, procedure development, and training of new staff..

Why join Bronson Healthcare as a Senior Lab Technologist- BMH, Support Services?

Bronson Healthcare is a leading Hospitals and Health Care company.

Is the Senior Lab Technologist- BMH, Support Services position at Bronson Healthcare remote?

The Senior Lab Technologist- BMH, Support Services position at Bronson Healthcare is based in Kalamazoo, Michigan, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

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