Laboratory Assistant Sr

In July 2024, we were recognized by U.S. News & World Report with an impressive performance. Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital tied for the top spot in the state, ranks No. 10 nationally out of 257 hospitals in the OB/GYN category, ranked in the top 50 for nine specialties and had high performing ratings in 19 procedures and conditions. It is a major academic and referral center with Level I adult and Level II pediatric trauma designations. The advanced capabilities and clinical expertise within this center have earned it Magnet designation four consecutive times and has the distinct honor of housing Michigan’s first Diagnostic Imaging Center of Excellence. 

Job Summary

More complex processing of specimens received in various Labs, some section lead responsibilities. Prepares for and assists in special procedures. May have equipment maintenance and quality control duties. May handle hazardous chemicals. May fill in for LA II and LA I. Duties may include responsibilities specific to assigned department and may vary dependent on assigned site/department.

Essential Functions

• Processing specimens: As appropriate for each lab, this may include hand staining, gram staining (micro set ups), inoculating specimens, aliquot reagents and solutions, setting up cultures, cytopreparation, accessioning, receiving, processing, pouring over, distributing, storing, disposing of specimens.
• Anatomic Pathology: Assisting in specialized specimen collection processes and bedside testing, such as fine needle aspirations. General interpretation overview of clinical cases as well as correct determination of appropriate auto text messages.
• Communicates with healthcare personnel outside of department with regard to reports, clarification of requests, other problems related to specimens, requests, and testing delays.
• Teaching and training, acting as section leads.
• Participates in:
  -Patient and Family-Centered Care culture.
  -Q.I./process improvements, data collection, QC documentation, and/or CAP surveys as applicable to the assigned department.
  -Staff activities of a High Reliability Organization (HRO).
  -Staff meetings and committee meetings as assigned.
  -Assists in training new hires as applicable/assigned.
• Cost effectiveness: Efficient use of time in completing tasks accurately and timely. Mindful of appropriate use of laboratory funds through purchase requests and the observance of wasteful use of supplies.
• Any other duties of Lab Assistant I or II, as needed.

Qualifications

• Required High School Diploma or equivalent
• Preferred Bachelor's Degree Bachelor’s/associate degree (biology, chemistry/histology) or completion of laboratory assistant training program.

• 1 year of relevant experience Minimum 1 year laboratory experience. Required
• Experience as a Laboratory Assistant II recommended if appropriate to assigned department.

• CRT-Medical Lab Assistant (MLA) - ASCP American Society for Clinical Pathology 1 Year preferred

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv

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• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance

• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Royal Oak Hospital - 3601 W 13 Mile Road - Royal Oak

Department Name

Lab - Anatomic Pathology Cytogenic - CH East - North - Royal Oak

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

7:00 am - 5:30 pm

Days Worked

Monday - Friday

Weekend Frequency

Variable weekends

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