Clinical Technologist Senior

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Why Join Michigan Medicine?

Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world’s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.

What Benefits can you Look Forward to?

• Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
• Retirement Savings Opportunities

Responsibilities*

The Senior Clinical Technologist plans and implements special, complex procedures for use in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases, along with assisting in the establishment and maintenance of quality control standards.

In addition to performing the duties of a medical technologist at a high level of expertise, and with assistance from Medical Technologist Specialists, the Senior Clinical Technologist is normally responsible for, and oversees the following activities in their area of expertise.

Technical Lead:

1. Provide day-to-day technical supervision of qualified personnel performing testing and reporting high complexity test results.
2. Responsible for reviewing procedures and policies no less than biennially within the document management system. This includes modifying, and archiving. Final approval for any new or revised document is completed by the CLIA Laboratory Director.
3. Provides advanced problem solving, troubleshooting, interpretation, consultation and verification of test results. Acts as technical adviser/expert in area of expertise.
4. Assist in the development and implementation of new protocols and selection of new equipment.
5. Performs validation of equipment, analyzers, and tests in area of expertise.

QC/QA/Compliance

1. Monitor, organize, maintain Quality control and Quality Assurance Records. Ensure that quality assurance and control is being performed in a timely manner. Maintains all QA/QC records
2. Review Quality Control and instrument function reports to ensure that acceptable levels of analytical performance are maintained.
3. Monitors instrument maintenance, repair, and calibration in area of expertise
4. Assists in preparation for CAP inspections
5. Submits PT surveys and performs summary review, along with review with testing personnel

Training/Competency

1. Assess training competency of new employees, initially, and after 6 months. Performs annual evaluation.
2. Conduct training competencies for all new test methods or new equipment
3. Distribute proficiency testing among employees, in area of expertise.

Perform Testing

Maintain expertise/competency in all areas related to the area of expertise.

Professional Development

Fulfill departmental continuing education requirement.

Additional Responsibilities

In additon this position will typically receive an average of 16 hrs/wk (40%) to accomplish the extra duties. This will vary at the scheduling supervisor’s/manager’s discretion based on the amount of senior clinical work pending, and patient work or other projects that must be completed.

The Duties of a Medical Technologist include but are not limited to the following:

• Perform hematology, coagulation, and urinalysis testing in a busy, complex laboratory.
• Analyze, correlate and interpret test results to ensure validation of accurate patient results.
• Work collaboratively with others to report results in a timely, efficient manner and to maintain a positive work environment.
• Recognize problems and follow up appropriately.
• Follow quality control and quality assurance procedures.
• Perform instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Perform lab and hospital designated competency assessments.
• Adhere to established laboratory procedures and policies.
• Participate in the continuous improvement process and continuing education for lab personnel.

Required Qualifications*

In order to be considered for this position the applicant must have met or will have met all the required qualifications prior to the start date of employment.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Laboratory Science, or biological science which is directly related to the duties of the position is required, as well as certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist MLS (ASCP) or Medical Technologist MT(AMT) or specialty certification is required
• Day shift and Afternoon positions must have a minimum of 4 years (post-training), Midnights must have a minimum of 2 years (post training), clinical experience relevant to the position
• Must have demonstrated ability to perform the duties of an MT at a high level of expertise, and the ability to perform the assigned work without sacrificing patient care or assigned work.
• Must have the demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively with other medical personnel in both verbal and written form; demonstrated ability to independently organize and prioritize work, and to exercise initiative in recognizing and solving problems. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse team.

WORKING CONDITIONS/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

1. Works with infectious disease and/or hazardous materials.
2. May have exposure to noise from laboratory equipment and pneumatic tube system.
3. Requires frequent ( standing/walking/sitting/hand pipetting) for long periods of time and the ability to lift up to 20 lbs.

Desired Qualifications*

Time management skills and the ability to accomplish extra duties while completing patient work.

Work Schedule

This full time, 40 hour position is on the day shift and will participate in rotating weekends, holidays and on-call schedule.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the .

Union Affiliation

This position is included in the bargaining unit represented by the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which represents bargaining unit members in all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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