Medical Technologist Intern
Location
Midland, MI | United States
Job description
The purpose of this position is to provide Laboratory experience to individuals currently enrolled in a NAACLS accredited Medical Laboratory Science program and in the senior year. Once the academic part of the program is complete the individual may apply for a Graduate position once qualified. Laboratory interns work under the direct supervision of the medical technologist (Medical Laboratory Specialist) and a pathologist or other qualified physician, performing pre-, post, and analytical tasks in the general laboratory.
- (75%)* SUPPORT FOR CLINICAL TESTING (Duties are dependent upon site)
- General laboratory (Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, Blood Bank): Prepares specimens for testing. Prepares analyzers for testing: Monitors inventory, loads supplies and specimens, and empties waste. Assists with inventory management. Stocks inventory. Assists with pending logs. Assists specimen processing. Assists with troubleshooting to improve TAT.
- (25%)* SPECIMEN PREPARATION AND PROCESSING -Identifies specimens properly; uses basic tools of the laboratory proficiently, including centrifuges, incubators and balances; prepares specimens for processing -Registers patients and accurately enters data into the hospital and laboratory information systems.
- Current enrollment in a NAACLS accredited Medical Laboratory Science program required.
College Student
- Adheres to all laboratory policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates competency in Infection Prevention and Control practices and policies.
- Follows strict identification policies to accurately identify specimens and perform specimen labeling.
- Determines acceptability of specimen for testing, specimen prioritization and distribution, specimen storage, transport, and special handling considerations (time, temperature, and light).
- Specimen processing including, but not limited to, centrifugation and aliquoting .
*NOTE: PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS MAY BE APPLICABLE WITH THIS POSITION.
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