HLA Medical Laboratory Scientist II

Beth Israel Lahey Health

17d•$40 - $53

About The Position

Performs high-complexity laboratory testing using molecular techniques, including lymphocyte and DNA extraction, electrophoresis, and PCR. Performs molecular HLA typing using NGS assays, antibody screening using Luminex solid-phase assays, and cytotoxic and flow crossmatches. The role provides opportunities to participate in validation, development, and troubleshooting of molecular assays, including laboratory-developed tests (LDTs). The Medical Laboratory Scientist prepares and examines specimens; performs complex laboratory tests according to established procedures; operates automated instruments; and conducts quality control, calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting. The role evaluates results, enters them into the laboratory information system, reports critical or urgent results, supports inventory management, and participates in quality initiatives, continuing education, method evaluation, procedure development, and staff training. The position requires adherence to laboratory safety and infection-control policies and OSHA guidelines.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or Biological Science.
ASCP-certified generalist or categorical technologist, equivalent accreditation, or a letter of Technologist eligibility from ASCP is required.
Non-certified applicants must successfully obtain certification within 12 months of hire or promotion.
Computer experience, including web-based and Microsoft applications.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in written English and to comprehend and converse in English.
Ability to follow precedents and procedures, organize work within general guidelines, and seek assistance in difficult or unpredictable situations.
Ability to make decisions with some interpretation, address varied problems through analysis, and demonstrate in-depth knowledge in complex situations.
Ability to collaborate in small teams and provide customer service and staff training.
Experience is not required but is preferred.

Nice To Haves

ASCP(MB) or ASHI CHT certification.
One to two years of NGS laboratory experience.
Prior laboratory work experience.

Responsibilities

Prepare specimens for examination and perform complex laboratory tests according to established procedures.
Perform molecular HLA typing using NGS assays, antibody screening using Luminex solid-phase assays, and cytotoxic and flow crossmatches.
Use automated equipment and instruments capable of performing tests simultaneously.
Perform and document instrument and equipment start-up, quality control, calibration, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Assist with inventory management to maintain adequate supplies for patient testing.
Perform routine testing, prepare specimens, evaluate test results, and determine whether quality-control and calibration results are acceptable before reporting patient results.
Ensure accuracy of test results; enter results into the LIS and report critical or urgent results to providers according to established policies.
Review work to ensure it is accurate, consistent with standards, and completed in a timely manner.
Participate in continuing education, competency assessments, proficiency testing, and QA/QI projects.
Participate in evaluating new methods, procedures, and instruments and developing technical standard operating procedures under laboratory leadership direction.
Follow laboratory safety and infection-control policies and procedures and OSHA guidelines.
Answer basic client questions and seek assistance as needed to ensure inquiries are satisfactorily resolved.
Assist in training staff and manage multiple priorities.
Participate in validating, developing, and troubleshooting molecular assays, including LDTs.