Medical Technologist Intern

Medical Technologist Intern Position Summary: 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.
Why You Will Love Being a Medical Technologist Intern at MyMichigan Health: MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization.
Benefits and immediate paid time off (PTO) available.
Growth opportunity within the team including on-the-job training.
Certain benefits may vary based on your employment status.
A Day in the Life of a Medical Technologist Intern at MyMichigan Health: (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.
Requirements We Are Looking For: Current enrollment in a NAACLS accredited Medical Laboratory Science program required.
Other Duties and Responsibilities: 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.
Refer to job description for a complete list of requirements.
Location: MyMichigan Health · Lab - Testing Schedule: Temporary, Any Shift, EIP - Staff