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Medtronic

Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Tempe, AZ

$16 - $20.75/hr

... innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your ... A Day in the Life Our summer internships are full-time (40 hours/week), paid positions lasting 10 ...

Medtronic

Engineering Intern - Summer 2027

Tempe, AZ

$16 - $20.75/hr

... innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your ... A Day in the Life Our summer internships are full-time (40 hours/week), paid positions lasting 10 ...

BluePearl

Internal Medicine Specialist

Glendale, AZ · On-site

Diode Laser and Gamma Camera * Ability topractice medical oncology. * Fully equipped in ... lab,and chemotherapies. * Mentor interns and residents through a well-established training ...

Intel

Bulk Chemical Delivery Engineer

Phoenix, AZ

$89K - $170K/yr

The individual will partner with the Foundry QR Wet Lab engineers to develop and optimize sample ... internship experiences and or schoolwork/classes/research. Minimum Qualifications: * Bachelor ...

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What types of hands-on experience can I expect during a medical lab internship?

During a Medical Lab Internship, you can expect to gain practical experience in specimen collection, sample preparation, operating laboratory equipment, and performing basic diagnostic tests under supervision. Interns often assist with routine tasks such as data entry, quality control checks, and maintaining lab safety protocols. You'll also have the opportunity to observe and collaborate with medical laboratory technologists and pathologists, giving you insight into the workflow and teamwork essential to the lab environment. This exposure can help build a solid foundation for future roles in clinical laboratories.

What is a medical lab internship?

A Medical Lab Internship is a practical training program for students or recent graduates interested in laboratory science. During the internship, participants work in a clinical or research lab under the supervision of experienced professionals. Interns gain hands-on experience in conducting tests, handling lab equipment, analyzing samples, and understanding lab safety protocols. This role provides essential real-world experience and can help interns decide on future career paths in medical laboratory science or related fields.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a medical lab intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Medical Lab Intern, you need a solid grounding in biology, chemistry, and laboratory techniques, often supported by current enrollment in a science-related degree program. Familiarity with lab information systems, safety protocols, and equipment such as centrifuges and microscopes is typically required. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to communicate findings clearly set standout interns apart. These skills are crucial for ensuring accurate test results, maintaining safety standards, and supporting effective patient diagnosis and care.

What is the difference between Medical Lab Internship vs Medical Laboratory Technician?

AspectMedical Lab InternshipMedical Laboratory Technician
Required CredentialsTypically enrolled students or recent graduates; no certification requiredPost-secondary education; certification or licensure often required
Work EnvironmentEducational setting, labs for trainingClinical laboratories, hospitals, diagnostic labs
Job ResponsibilitiesAssisting with lab tasks, learning proceduresPerforming tests, analyzing samples, reporting results

In summary, a Medical Lab Internship is a training position for students or recent graduates gaining hands-on experience, while a Medical Laboratory Technician is a certified professional performing routine lab tests in clinical settings.

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Medical Laboratory Scientist - Blood Bank 2nd Shift

Tucson Medical Center

Tucson, AZ • On-site

Full-time

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Tucson Medical Center rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

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298th of 1,054 rated hospitals

Job description

Medical Laboratory Scientist - Blood Bank 2nd Shift
Job CategoryAllied Health
ScheduleFull time
Shift2 - Mid Shift

TMC Laboratory serves all our TMC patients and TMCOne patients, including patients from some of our outreach community partners. Patient Care, Quality of Care and Patient Experience is our #1 priority. Our laboratory performs over two million tests annually. You will be utilizing new technology and working on state of the art testing equipment in a very supportive work environment. You will be working with very encouraging leaders and team members that are caring, kind and very knowledgeable. If your passion is for healthcare and patient-centered work in an environment where there is room for growth and to excel, then you will be successful and fit right in.

TMC's Blood Bank provides lifesaving support across surgery, emergency services, inpatient care units, and obstetrics. The team ensures safe and timely blood components for both routine and emergent needs.

Ourdepartmentfeatures:
Advanced blood bank analyzers
Dedicated massive transfusion protocols supporting surgical cases
Collaboration with local and national blood centers
24/7 operations with rapid response capabilities

Types of testing performed:
ABO/Rh typing
Antibody screens and identification
Crossmatching
Direct antiglobulin testing
Prenatal and postpartum blood bank testing
Blood product preparation and issuing

SUMMARY:Performs diagnostic testing following standardized procedures on patient samples, which aids physicians in the diagnosis and/or monitoring of various disease states. Resolves problems and interprets results as to accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Processes specimens and performs testing; exercises judgment, evaluating test results with minimal guidance.Meets expected turnaround time for test results.Recognizes abnormal or unusual test results and determines course of action following predetermined criteria prior to reporting results.Performs, records and evaluates quality control results and implements corrective action as appropriate.Operates, maintains and troubleshoots instrumentation and equipment, correcting any malfunctions.Documents and communicates technical and general information to appropriate individuals.Ensures that adequate supplies and reagents are available to perform the required testing.Assists in researching and evaluating new methods, procedures or equipment.Participates in special projects and may help write procedures.Trains other personnel in policies, procedures and protocols relating to their job duties; provides documentation as necessary.Communicates and interfaces with hospital personnel, patients, medical staff and family members to ensure high quality patient care.Communicates with coworkers, supervisors and management in a professional manner regarding work-related issues.Adheres to TMC organizational and department-specific safety, confidentiality, values, policies and standards.Performs related duties as assigned.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSEDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related field, or military or other education that meets requirements for certification as a Medical Technologist.EXPERIENCE: Internship as a medical technologist or other comparable experience.LICENSURE OR CERTIFICATION: Medical Technologist, registered or registry-eligibleby a national certifying organization such as ASCP HEW, NCA, etc.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  • Knowledge of quality control test measurements and regulations regarding analyzing specimens.
  • Skill in evaluating tests and identifying measures outside the norm, and whether any follow up testing might be required.
  • Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Ability to complete routine reports and correspondence.
  • Ability to listen and accurately interpret others' communication or instructions to take appropriate action.
  • Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
  • Ability to calculate figures and compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs and apply basic algebraic concepts.
  • Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
  • Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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