Medical Laboratory Scientist

IA_MMC Mercy Health Services - Iowa, Corp.

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Saint Joseph Mercy Health System Hospital Campus - Brighton, Mi Until 9/29/2026 First posted July 14, 2026 Last posted July 31, 2026
Job description

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Description:

Department: Lab

Location: Trinity Health Livingston - Brighton

Status: Part time

Shift: 9p-730a

Required Qualifications:

Education

  • Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college, or university in Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Science.
    - May consider a bachelor’s degree in science with a combination of relevant work experience in a comparable laboratory setting. Proof of educational transcripts must be submitted at time of application.

Experience

  • Relevant work experience in a medical laboratory is required if MLS/MT degree is not obtained.

Certification/Licensure

  • Medical Technologist (MT)/Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) – ASCP, or NCLS certification preferred.

Applicants for this position must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor an employment visa for this position.

This position may also be listed as: Medical Lab Scientist, Medical Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Total Rewards and Benefits:

  • Competitive compensation

  • Benefits effective Day One! No waiting periods.

  • Full benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability

  • Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions

  • Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout SJMHS and Trinity Health

  • Tuition Reimbursement

What you will do:

  • Records and/or enters laboratory computer results of tests performed and advises supervisor spurious, unusual or highly abnormal results before release of results for reporting.

  • Reports results of tests ordered stat and highly abnormal or unexpected results in a timely manner and according to established policies and procedures.

  • Compares test results with previous patient test results when indicated, calling attention of supervisor or pathologist to unusual fluctuations.

  • Performs required quality control and equipment maintenance and calibrates and operates laboratory equipment used in performance of the tests pertinent to the section) to which assigned.

  • Notifies appropriate personnel of problems such as unacceptable specimens, equipment malfunctions, and quality control aberrations, in accordance with department policy on procedure.

  • Prepares standards, reagents, and other materials used in testing.

  • Contacts nursing unit or client office personnel regarding results and for clarification of requests and other routine problems which may arise.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

About this role

Summary

Perform lab tests, record results, ensure quality control, and communicate findings.

Job title

Medical Laboratory Scientist

Experience level

relevant work experience or entry level with relevant education

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

On-site at Saint Joseph Mercy Hospital, Brighton, MI, no remote work

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

laboratory testingcalibrationquality controlcommunication

Preferred skills

ASCP certificationMLT certificationequipment maintenance

Specializations

medical technologylaboratory testingclinical chemistrymicrobiologyhematology
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Unknown location

On-site