Medical Laboratory Scientist I- 16 hrs/weeks

About the Role

After successful completion of orientation, training, and competency assessment, perform all instruments and testing methods applicable to the assigned role in accordance with CLIA requirements. This position is essential to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and community service at Wentworth-Douglass Hospital, part of Mass General Brigham.

Responsibilities

• Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting, and maintenance of patient test result records.
• Maintain records demonstrating that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
• Adhere to laboratory quality control policies and document all QC activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and required maintenance.
• Follow established corrective action policies and procedures whenever test systems do not meet the laboratory's established acceptable performance levels.
• Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or the reporting of test results and either correct the problem or immediately notify the appropriate supervisor.
• Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or Bachelor's Degree in Laboratory Sciences with a Certificate/Diploma in Clinical Laboratory Sciences.
• Medical Technologist certification (MLT, MT, MLA, Histologists) from the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC).
• 1-2 years of laboratory experience.

Skills and Abilities

• Understanding of laboratory equipment, its operation, maintenance, repair, and analytic techniques.
• Ability to work independently, evaluate situations, and act appropriately.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Attention to detail and adherence to written protocols, including communication with supervisors when issues are identified.
• Teamwork and excellent interpersonal skills.
• Professional and effective interaction with staff, physicians, hospital personnel, employees, and patients.
• Basic knowledge of federal, state, and accreditation requirements.

Physical Requirements

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

Pay

Pay Range: $30.50 - $48.10 per hour, based on experience.

Schedule

• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 16
• Work Shift: Day
• Employee Type: Regular
• Remote Type: Onsite
• Work Location: 789 Central Avenue