Michigan State University
Location
Lansing, MI | United States
Job description
The MSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (VDL) is seeking an experienced Medical Technologist to perform high-volume diagnostic testing in the Endocrinology section of the VDL. The position is responsible for data entry of test results, documenting quality control, maintaining instruments, and answering client questions. This position will perform automated assays and radioimmunoassay's on animal samples (serum, plasma, urine) for diagnostic purposes. In addition, the individual will be responsible for assessment of assay performance through quality control, equipment and instrument maintenance, supply inventory, client interactions, and other related duties as required and assigned.
70% - Perform automated assays and radioimmunoassay's on animal samples (serum, plasma, urine) for diagnostic purposes. Data reduction and assessment of assay performance through quality control (QC)
to ensure an accurate diagnosis. Operate, maintain, and calibrate instruments and equipment according to SOP standards. Maintain supply inventory.
15% - Evaluate and release interpretations according to specified guidelines.
15% - Interact with laboratory staff to resolve sample issues such as responding to client emails and answering phone calls regarding adding new tests, checking sample volume, and returning samples to clients. Other related duties as required and assigned.
The VDL is a premier veterinary diagnostic laboratory for companion animals and horses as well as for livestock, laboratory, zoo, and wildlife species. The VDL performs more than one million tests per year on samples submitted from across the state of Michigan, the United States, and more than 25 countries. It has outstanding veterinary medical professionals and facilities and is world-renowned for expertise in endocrinology and cancer diagnostics.
The College's vision is to be the destination for teaching, innovation, care, and service. Six goals, backed by specific strategies, guide our organization as we move forward. Read more at to learn about the MSU College of Veterinary Medicines goals, strategies and progress.
The College of Veterinary Medicine is committed to promoting the principles of equal opportunity and multiculturalism where all individuals are valued, respected, provided opportunity to flourish and open doors in their pursuit of excellence. We encourage and welcome our community to share ideas with us surrounding opportunities to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Knowledge equivalent to that which normally would be acquired by completing a four-year college degree program in Medical Technology and one year internship at an approved institution laboratory; one to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in hematology, chemistry, microbiology, immunohematology, urinalysis and coagulation; or an equivalent combination of education and experience; and certification as a Medical Technologist or eligible as MT(ASCP) or CLS (NCA).
A successful candidate will be a professional who is organized, detail oriented, and one who does not sweat the small stuff and is able to remain calm, cool, and collected under pressure. The ideal candidate for this role will be team oriented, collaborative by nature, customer service focused, an independent problem solver, and has a positive attitude, while always maintaining a professional demeanor. Good written and oral communication skills; ability to function as a team member within and across multiple levels of operations. Experience working in a laboratory environment requiring specific safety and security awareness training; One to three years of related and progressively more responsible or expansive work experience in high-volume diagnostics; or an equivalent combination of education and experience. ASCP Certification as a Medical Technologist is required.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.
Resume/CV, cover letter, 3 professional references
Work hours are Monday through Friday between 7:30am and 5:30pm and include weekends and holidays on a rotational basis and are set in consultation with the supervisor.
Exposure to radioimmunoassay's.
Exposure to unfixed animal tissue.
About Michigan State University
Spartans work every day to advance the common good in uncommon ways.Together, we tackle some of the world?s toughest problems to find solutions that make life better?from alternative energy to better food safety to breakthrough medical and environmental applications achieved through rare isotope research.We teach. We explore and we discover. We collaborate and lead. We innovate, inspire, and empower. We achieve our potential and create circumstances that help our students and others achieve theirs.We're good at it, and we've been at it for more than 150 years.The nation?s pioneer land-grant university, MSU began as a bold experiment that democratized higher education and helped bring science and innovation into everyday life. The revolutionary concept became a model for the nation.Today, MSU is one of the top research universities in the world?on one of the biggest, greenest campuses in the nation. Home to nationally ranked and recognized academic, residential college, and service-learning programs, we?re a diverse community of dedicated students and scholars, athletes and artists, scientists and leaders.In ways both practical and profound, we work to create a stronger, more sustainable, and more hopeful future for all.
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