Student Medical Lab Tech (MLT) - Chemistry

DMC University Laboratories (DMCUL)is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Benefits Statement

At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:  

·       Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

·       401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match

·       Generous paid time off (PTO)  

·       Career development and continuing education opportunities  

·       Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts

·       Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program

·       Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Under close supervision, performs routine clinical laboratory tests of a repetitive nature and typically limited to one laboratory section. Performs routine qualitative and quantitative clinical laboratory tests of repetitive nature on patient specimens following appropriate methodologies and established policies and procedures. Prepares and maintains accurate records of specimens received in the laboratory. May prepare media, stains, reagent and other solutions used in performing laboratory tests. Analyzes test results; relays results to physicians and other authorized personnel. Records tests results and reviews for accuracy and conformance to established quality control parameters. Utilizes, calibrates and maintains automated, non-automated and computerized laboratory equipment; performs quality control checks on equipment. Obtains specimens from patients such as blood and transports to laboratory. Selects, uses, cleans and maintains equipment for utilization. Complies with established administrative lab policies and procedures. Maintains compliance with requirements of lab safety, OSHA accreditation and regulatory agencies. Performs other related duties as assigned. Promotes the values of the DMC by demonstrating behaviors supportive of a commitment to: community welfare; quality; respect and involvement; teamwork; communication; innovation and education; and efficient and effective resource use. 

1. Currently enrolled in a Accredited Medical Technology Program. 

Facility Description

DMC University Laboratories (DMCUL) is a regional, integrated laboratory system providing services to the eight hospitals of Detroit Medical Center.  DMC University Laboratories evolved in 1993 and is comprised of Core Laboratories,  Specialty Laboratories, two  rapid response hospital laboratories, Centralized Stat Lab, Centralized Blood Bank Lab, and full service outreach infrastructure which includes patient service centers, remote ambulatory laboratories, marketing staff, courier system and billing department. The DMC University Laboratories service area covers the entire Southeast Michigan market, and is growing at a rapid pace with the following outstanding features:  Test menu of over 1,000 tests, which includes high end specialty tests.  Less than 1%25 of our tests are sent to outside reference laboratories.  Provide reference laboratory services to many of the other healthcare systems in Southeastern Michigan and several out of state facilities. 

EEO Statement

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other 13 legally protected status. 

Tenet will make reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship. 

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