Medical Technologist I, Molecular, 20hr, Day

About the role

Performs and interprets various chemical, microscopic, and/or bacteriologic tests to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Ensures that test results meet requirements of the laboratory quality control program. Interprets and correlates clinical test results with patient history, diagnosis, and clinical condition in order to explain test results (normal/abnormal) so that appropriate action can be taken. Performs routine troubleshooting, repair, and modification of a wide range of complex equipment and instrumentation. Maintains accurate records of tests performed, using computer-based systems.

Responsibilities

• Follows established protocols to perform a wide range of tests in an assigned area.
• Refers to Medical Technologist II’s or supervisory or lead staff members for assistance in the interpretation of complex or unusual test results.
• Ensures that test results meet requirements of the laboratory quality control program.
• Interprets and correlates clinical test results with patient history, diagnosis, and clinical condition in order to explain test results (normal/abnormal) so that appropriate action can be taken.
• Safeguards equipment in assigned area by performing preventative maintenance.
• Performs routine troubleshooting, repair, and modification of a wide range of complex equipment and instrumentation.
• Maintains accurate records of tests performed, using computer-based systems.

Requirements

• Required: Associates degree from a clinical lab science program (MLT).
• OR Bachelor’s Degree in sciences.
• Preferred: ASCP certification as an MLT /MT.
• Preferred: Hands-on experience in molecular biology techniques such as nucleic acid sample preparation, PCR, gel electrophoresis, DNA sequencing, allele specific PCR, Real time PCR, FISH testing, and next generation sequencing.
• Preferred: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical data/reports.
• Preferred: Independently perform clinical runs, analyze data, and prepare technical reports according to standard operating procedures.
• Preferred: Accurately and comprehensively document all experimental details.
• Preferred: Organize samples/specimens, maintain inventory, and update specimen database.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree from a clinical lab science program (MLT).
• OR Bachelor's degree in sciences.
• Must meet the requirements for high complexity testing as defined CLIA Sec. 493.1487 to qualify for hiring.

Skills

• Hands-on experience in molecular biology techniques such as nucleic acid sample preparation, PCR, gel electrophoresis, DNA sequencing, allele specific PCR, Real time PCR, FISH testing, and next generation sequencing.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical data/reports.
• Independently perform clinical runs, analyze data, and prepare technical reports according to standard operating procedures.
• Accurately and comprehensively document all experimental details.
• Organize samples/specimens, maintain inventory, and update specimen database.

Benefits

Everyone is a caregiver at UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.

Pay

The final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate’s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations. The range is $28.20 - $48.06 per hour.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, Saturday Scheduled Hours 9am-1pm, 20hrs/week, Day Shift 1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)

Cost Center

10020 - 3392 Molecular Diagnostics Union SHARE (State Healthcare and Research Employees)