Medical Laboratory Scientist II - FT/Nights

About the role

Wentworth-Douglass Hospital Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Essential Functions

• 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.
• 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 general supervisor, technical consultant, technical supervisor, clinical consultant, or Laboratory Director.
• Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology required, or Bachelor's Degree in Laboratory Sciences required, and Certificate/Diploma in Clinical Laboratory Sciences required.
• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
• Medical Technologist (ASCP) [MLT, MT, MLA, Histologists] - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) required.
• Lab experience: 1-2 years required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have an understanding of laboratory equipment and its operation, maintenance and repair and analytic techniques.
• Must have the ability to work independently, evaluate situations and act appropriately.
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have the ability to pay careful attention to detail and to adhere to written protocols, including communication with supervisors when issues are identified.
• Must be able to perform as a team member.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact professionally and effectively with numerous staff, including 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+ (w/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 (Pay based on experience)

Schedule

Night shift, 40 hours per week. Onsite work location: 789 Central Avenue.

Benefits

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.