Trinity Health

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Employment Type: Full time Shift: Rotating Shift Description: An Opportunity to Join our Remarkable Care Group Leader-Laboratory in the Blood Bank Department awaits YOU!!!! Trinity Health is one of the nation's top healthcare service providers, spanning five counties in Southeastern Michigan. SJMHS represents more than 2,700 physicians and 14,000 nurses and staff, and includes 5 Hospitals, 5 Outpatient Health Centers, 8 Urgent Care Facilities and over 25 Specialty Centers. Saint Joseph Mercy Health System is part of Trinity Health, one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation, serving communities in 21 states with 86 hospitals, 128 continuing care facilities and home health and hospice programs. Trinity Health Livonia Hospital is a beautiful full-service, 304-bed acute care hospital, located in Livonia, MI, that provides comprehensive care, including a 24-hour emergency department, general medicine, inpatient and outpatient surgery, physical medicine and rehabilitation, intensive care unit, cancer, cardiology, geriatrics and birthing and women's health. Through several major expansions in the hospital, programs and services, St. Mary Mercy continues to offer the latest in quality health and medical services. St. Mary Mercy has received numerous awards recognizing excellence in clinical outcomes, patient safety, financial performance and efficiency. GENERAL SUMMARY: Under limited supervision, coordinates the daily activities of assigned staff and ensures the validity of test results. Performs specialized and/or innovative testing and analyses. Serves as a technical resource person providing guidance and direction to staff. REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSURE Education Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Laboratory Science Registered as a Medical Laboratory Scientist with the American Society of Clinical Pathologists, MT (ASCP) National Certifying Agency or registered in specialty area or equivalent Training and Experience Minimum of four (4) to five (5) years of progressively more responsible experience as a Medical Laboratory Scientist in Blood Bank/Transfusion Services, one or two years in a leadership role preferred. Ability to work independently. A high level of organization is expected along with attention to detail and follow-thru. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; ability to interact with a variety of laboratory personnel, patients and other medical professionals. Job Knowledge Leadership skills to provide guidance to a group of technical and non-technical staff. Interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and positively with all levels of management, all external contacts including physicians and patients. Exceptional problem-solving ability is required with an emphasis on solving system-related problems. A high level of organization is expected along with an attention to detail and follow-through. Ability to operate all equipment necessary to perform the job including personal computers, laboratory information system, printers, faxes and telephones Must know payroll system and complete payroll requirements daily. 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. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.