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Medical Laboratory Scientist - Traveler

GTT

Grand Rapids, MI

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Banking Services, Biology, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Chemistry, Clinical Data, Clinical Laboratory, Code of Federal Regulations, Computer Skills, Computer Systems, Dental Insurance, Disease, Document Management, Establish Priorities, Financial Services, Fortune 500 Customers, General Ledger Accounting, Government Regulations, HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act), Healthcare Management, Healthcare Providers, Identify Issues, Insurance, Laboratory, Laboratory Management, Laboratory Techniques, Laboratory Testing, Medical Records, OSHA, Patient Confidentiality, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Performance Testing, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Record Keeping, Resolve Customer Issues, Retail, Retirement Funds, Safety Equipment, Sample/Specimen Processing, Specimen Analysis, Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), Technical Leadership, Testing, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Grand Rapids, MI
POSTED
2 days ago
Primary Job Title:
Medical Laboratory Scientist - Traveler
Alternate/Related Job Titles:
Travel Medical Laboratory Scientist
Medical Technologist (Traveler)
Clinical Laboratory Scientist - Traveler
Traveling Medical Lab Technologist
Laboratory Scientist - Contract
Location:
Grand Rapids, MI
Onsite Flexibility:
Onsite
Contract Details (Contract roles only):
  • Position Type: Contract
  • Contract Duration: 4 Months
  • Start: As Soon As Possible
  • Pay Rate: $56.64/Hr
Job Summary:
The Medical Laboratory Scientist - Traveler is responsible for performing high complexity laboratory testing, ensuring accurate specimen analysis, and maintaining strict compliance with CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and internal quality standards. This role requires strong technical expertise, attention to detail, and the ability to work across multiple computer systems while supporting patient care through precise and timely test result reporting.
Key Responsibilities:
  • Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test result.
  • Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
  • Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures (see department SOPs).
  • Review and release test results.
  • Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines.
  • Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and all maintenance performed.
  • Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
  • Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor.
  • Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
  • Follow department's procedure in reporting STATS or Critical results to clients.
  • If applicable, answer questions from customers or other lab personnel.
  • Maintain complete records of all testing performed on-site.
  • Maintain general appearance of the department.
  • Make sure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and if applicable opened dates.
  • Review/train on new procedures.
  • Attend monthly department and any additional training/educational meetings.
  • Participate in all applicable safety training sessions. Know the location and contents of the safety manual. Know the location/use of all applicable safety equipment.
  • If needed, participate in government or regulatory agency inspections.
  • Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.
Required Experience:
  • 1 year Clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred.
  • Minimum of 1 year of clinical laboratory experience in highly complex testing for those with BS/BA in Chemistry or B iology.
  • National and State licensure as required.
Nice-to-Have Experience:
  • Experience working in multiple laboratory disciplines.
  • Prior experience in high-volume diagnostic environments.
Required Skills:
  • High complexity laboratory testing
  • Quality control (QC) and quality assurance (QA)
  • Laboratory compliance standards (CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA)
Preferred Skills:
  • Strong computer proficiency across multiple systems
  • Ability to establish work priorities and multitask
  • Customer service skills
  • Interdepartmental collaboration
Additional Skills from Original Description:
  • Knowledge of all areas of the laboratory
  • Ability to identify and correct test system deviations
  • Documentation of corrective actions
  • Protect patient confidentiality at all times
Benefits:
  • Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
  • 401k Retirement Fund
About the Client:
Leading provider of diagnostic information services empowering healthier lives. Leveraging the world's largest clinical lab database, we offer insights to identify and treat diseases, promote healthy behaviors, and improve healthcare management. Serving millions of patients and healthcare providers worldwide, we're committed to a healthier world, inclusive care, and building value for all stakeholders.
About GTT:
GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.
Job Number:
26-01847
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