Medical Laboratory Scientist II, Peabody, 40 Hours, Dayshift

About the Role

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. Under the general supervision of the Laboratory Manager, you will independently perform a variety of clinical assays and associated supporting work for use in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. This role functions as a generalist across multiple laboratory disciplines, including Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology, Andrology, and Microbiology. Coverage includes rotating weekends and holidays, and phlebotomy is required.

Responsibilities

• Test Performance
  • Verify sample identification, acceptability of sample, and appropriateness of order according to written procedures.
  • Handle each specimen according to written procedure and perform follow-up procedures on rejected samples according to protocol.
  • Demonstrate ability to prioritize work by completing assignments according to written procedures without excessive waste within established turn-around times.
  • Recognize and evaluate unusual or unreasonable results. Consult with manager or appropriate personnel about abnormal findings, unusual combinations, or difficult analyses.
  • Record laboratory results (observations/interpretations/calculations) on worksheets, verify results are entered into the laboratory computer system correctly, and report STAT and critical values according to protocol.
  • Perform and document required QC/QA procedures according to established protocols. Interpret results to determine existing or potential out-of-control situations. Notify manager and/or QC coordinator.
  • Perform surveys by testing, recording, and reporting results accurately.
  • Perform scheduled maintenance and required documentation on instruments and equipment. Notify manager and/or PM coordinator of unresolved problems.
  • Assist as appropriate in teaching laboratory techniques to new colleagues and students.
• Fiscal Management
  • Contribute to the department goal of optimization of resources and revenue enhancement.
  • Maintain appropriate inventory.
• General Expectations
  • Incorporate Lahey Clinic Guiding Principles and Mission Statement and Goals into daily activities.
  • Comply with all Lahey Clinic and department-specific policies.
  • Follow established safety procedures as stated in the Laboratory Safety and Infection Control Manuals.
  • Participate in and successfully complete mandatory education.
  • Comply with behavioral expectations of the department and Lahey Clinic.
  • Establish and maintain courteous and effective interactions with patients and colleagues.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment.
  • Demonstrate a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adhere to customer service standards.
  • Demonstrate commitment to staying current in scientific knowledge by completing 6 hrs/yr of continuing education.
  • Participate in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.
  • Perform all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department.

Qualifications

Education: Baccalaureate degree including laboratory internship at an institution certified by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS).

Licensure, Certification, Registration: Eligible for certification by American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) Board of Registry, the National Certification Agency (NCA) for Medical Laboratory personnel, or by American Medical Technologists (AMT) for Medical Laboratory personnel. Must obtain certification within 12 months of hire or promotion. No licensure required.

Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of clinical tests and standards necessary to perform complex tests and accurately report results.
• Analytic ability to perform complex tests, interpret findings, perform calculations, calibrate instruments, etc.
• Ability to identify and evaluate clinical testing problems and effect corrective action procedures and modifications.
• Ability to concentrate for long periods of time, utilize good judgment, work accurately under pressure, and handle stress to meet deadlines.
• Manual dexterity and acuity necessary to prepare specimens, prepare solutions, screen specimens, and operate instrumentation and a computer.
• Interpersonal verbal and written English language skills sufficient to exchange information with physicians and other colleagues.
• Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.

Experience

Laboratory internship at an institution certified by NAACLS or related experience necessary to qualify to take certification exam.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $38.52 - $51.84 per hour. The actual compensation is determined based on several factors, including seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

Additional Information

As a health care organization, we require all staff to be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.