Part-Time Medical Technologist - Atrius Health

Explore opportunities at Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We're an innovative healthcare leader, delivering an effective system of connected care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our team of physicians, primary care providers and clinicians work with hospitals, community specialists and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient.

About the role

Under general supervision, performs routine and special laboratory assays of patient specimens (e.g., body fluids, exudates, skin scrapings or surgical specimens), exercising independent judgment when evaluating the validity of test results prior to result reporting. Provides data for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Operates and calibrates all equipment in the area of specialization, evaluates the validity of laboratory data, records tests results, communicates with physicians, pathologists and nursing staff regarding test procedures and results.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and special laboratory assays of patient specimens
• Exercises independent judgment when evaluating the validity of test results prior to reporting
• Provides data for diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease
• Operates and calibrates equipment in the area of specialization
• Evaluates the validity of laboratory data and records test results
• Communicates with physicians, pathologists, and nursing staff regarding test procedures and results

Requirements

• Associates degree in a laboratory science (chemical or biological science) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution; or equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in CLIA regulations

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in any discipline or equivalent from an accredited institution is preferred
• Direct core lab bench experience preferred
• Certified as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), by the ASCP or equivalent certification (those without Certification are typically expected to become certified within 6 months of date of hire). Will also accept certifications meeting the federal requirements of CLIA 88
• Experience with CAP/CLIA regulated environments preferred
• Strong competency in hematology, chemistry, and urinalysis preferred
• Experience independently performing and verifying patient results in a LIS such as Meditech or Epic preferred
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) preferred
• 1+ years of laboratory experience preferred

Schedule

Part-Time | 24 Hours Per Week. Three 8-hour shifts per week on a rotating schedule, including weekends. Specific workdays will vary.

Pay

The hourly pay for this role will range from $24 - $43 per hour based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package
• Incentive and recognition programs
• Equity stock purchase
• 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)