Clinical Laboratory Technologist, Microbiology - Night

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

2d•$28 - $33•Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Laboratory Technologist performs laboratory testing and related duties under general supervision. Responsibilities include specimen processing, test performance, and reporting waived and non-waived test results. The technologist performs only tests authorized by the laboratory director and for which their education, training, experience, and technical abilities provide an appropriate level of skill. The role requires professional-level knowledge to accurately read and interpret test results used by providers in diagnosing and treating disease. The technologist follows departmental policies and standard operating procedures and works independently in an efficient, organized manner to ensure accurate results and records. This onsite position is based at 90 Blossom Street and is scheduled for 40 hours per week, from 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM. Patient care is not required. A $5,000 sign-on bonus is offered to eligible candidates. Laboratory experience is preferred, but training will be provided.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Laboratory Sciences.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Careful attention to detail and ability to adhere to written protocols, including communicating issues to supervisors.
Ability to work as a team member.
Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to interact professionally and effectively with physicians, hospital personnel, employees, and patients.

Nice To Haves

Laboratory experience; the posting indicates 0–1 year preferred and states that training will be provided.

Responsibilities

Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining patient test-result records.
Maintain records showing that proficiency-testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples.
Follow laboratory quality-control policies and document quality-control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance performed.
Follow established corrective-action policies and procedures when test systems do not meet the laboratory's acceptable performance levels.
Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting, correct them when appropriate, or immediately notify the appropriate supervisor, consultant, or director.
Document corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from established performance specifications.
Complete orientation, training, and competency assessment for applicable instruments and methods before performing assigned testing.