Medical Lab Scientist II: Point of Care

North Shore Medical Center, part of Mass General Brigham, is a not-for-profit organization supporting patient care, research, teaching, and community service. We invite you to join our high-performing team driving groundbreaking medical discoveries.

About the role

The Medical Laboratory Scientist II performs waived and non-waived testing under general supervision, adhering to departmental standard operating procedures. This role may also serve as a General Supervisor, overseeing laboratory operations, personnel, and reporting. Responsibilities include specimen processing, test performance, quality control, staff training, competency assessment, and inventory management.

Responsibilities

• Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling, test analyses, reporting, and record maintenance.
• Maintain records demonstrating proficiency testing samples are handled identically to patient samples.
• Adhere to quality control policies, documenting activities, calibrations, and maintenance.
• Follow corrective action policies when test systems deviate from established performance levels.
• Identify and address problems affecting test performance or reporting, notifying supervisors as needed.
• Document corrective actions for test system deviations.
• Supervise assigned workstations, including QC review, staff training, competency assessment, and inventory management.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or Laboratory Sciences required.
• Certificate/Diploma in Clinical Laboratory Sciences required.
• Medical Technologist certification (ASCP) [MLT, MT, MLA, Histologists] required.
• 1-2 years of laboratory experience required.

Skills

• Understanding of laboratory equipment operation, maintenance, and repair.
• Ability to work independently, evaluate situations, and act appropriately.
• Multi-tasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and adherence to written protocols.
• Team collaboration and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Professional interaction with staff, physicians, hospital personnel, and patients.
• Basic knowledge of federal, state, and accreditation requirements.

Benefits

• $10,000 sign-on bonus (details discussed during interview).
• Comprehensive benefits package, including career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums, bonuses, and recognition programs.

Pay

Starting rate: $32.37/hour. Pay range: $26.63 - $38.70/hour, based on skills, experience, education, and certifications.

Schedule

• Day shift, no weekends or holidays required.
• Flexible 38-hour workweek: 8 hours for 4 days and 6 hours on a chosen day.

Physical Requirements

• Standing: Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking: Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting: Frequently (34-66%) up to 35lbs+ (with assisted device)
• Carrying: Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing/Pulling: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing/Crawling: Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing: Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping/Kneeling/Crouching: Occasionally (3-33%)
• Reaching/Gross Manipulation/Fine Manipulation: Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling/Vision (Far & Near)/Talking/Hearing: Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use: Rarely (Less than 2%)

Work Location: 81 Highland Avenue
Employee Type: Regular
Remote Type: Onsite