Technical Service Representative

DMC University Laboratories, Inc. is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Benefit Statement:

At Tenet Healthcare, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare C dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder C childcare, auto C home insurance.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary/Responsibilities:

Under limited supervision, acts as liaison with interdepartmental personnel and management to resolve daily problems concerning clients, responds to technical inquiries, resolves client issues and concerns.

1. Acts as liaison with inter-departmental personnel and management to resolve daily problems and client concerns.
2. Assists sales staff in the set up of new accounts with supplies, requisition forms and client orientation.
3. Tracks new and sensitive accounts to make sure the results, turn-around-time and patient data all meet the clients specifications.
4. Assists in preparing technical bulletins, charts, manuals and newsletters to keep the clients updated on laboratory procedures.
5. Reviews outreach laboratory reports on a daily basis and follows through with the proper department on any discrepancy noted.
6. Keeps the sales staff informed of any unusual occurrences within the laboratory that would have an effect on a client/account.
7. Serves as a contact person for Outreach clients to answer technical questions and help resolve problems.
8. Serves on Ad-HOC committees and work groups on a departmental and system level as needed.
9. Assists in developing and implementing policies and procedures related to service improvements.
10. Instructs and advises staff on methods and procedures regarding laboratory testing at offsite locations, i.e. physician offices.
11. Problem solves technical and billing issues and implements preventative measures.
12. Upholds DMC Laboratories image and maintains good public relations between all personnel and accounts.
13. Performs duties of professional service representative as necessary to maintain uninterrupted customer service.

1. Associates degree in science or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or related sciences preferred.
2. One to two years of customer service experience or related field.
3. Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) registry highly desired.

Skills Required

1. Verbal and written communication skills to effectively interact with all levels of lab personnel and external clients.
2. Interpersonal skills necessary to interact with all levels of lab personnel and external clientele.
3. Analytical ability to problem-solve technical issues and billing.

Facility Description:

DMC University Laboratories (DMCUL) is a regional, integrated laboratory system providing services to the eight hospitals of Detroit Medical Center. DMC University Laboratories evolved in 1993 and is comprised of Core Laboratories, Specialty Laboratories, two rapid response hospital laboratories, Centralized Stat Lab, Centralized Blood Bank Lab, and full service outreach infrastructure which includes patient service centers, remote ambulatory laboratories, marketing staff, courier system and billing department. The DMC University Laboratories service area covers the entire Southeast Michigan market, and is growing at a rapid pace with the following outstanding features: Test menu of over 1,000 tests, which includes high end specialty tests. Less than 1% of our tests are sent to outside reference laboratories. Provide reference laboratory services to many of the other healthcare systems in Southeastern Michigan and several out of state facilities.

EEO Statement:

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

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The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.
Tenet participates in the E-Verify program. Follow the link below for additional information.
E-Verify: http://www.uscis.gov/e-verify
The employment practices of Tenet Healthcare and its companies comply with all applicable laws and regulations.