Laboratory Lead Technologist

Southcoast Health System, Inc.•New Bedford, MA

3d•$38 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

Join Southcoast Health, a not-for-profit, charitable, health system with multiple hospitals, clinics and facilities throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Southcoast Health provides inclusive, ethical workplaces where highly skilled caregivers offer world-class, comprehensive healthcare close to home. This role is for a talented Laboratory Lead Technologist at St. Luke's Hospital in New Bedford, MA.

Requirements

A Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology or equivalent (minimum of 36 semester hours in biology and physical sciences).
Up to and including three years of work-related experience.
Certification as Medical Technologist such as MT (A.S.C.P.) or comparable agency approved by the National Commission for Health Certifying agencies is required upon date of hire and if applicable maintain certification through ASCP or comparable approved agency.
Must be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a Generalist Technologist is preferred.
Position will require working in Chemistry, Hematology and Blood Bank and limited Microbiology testing.

Responsibilities

Perform various duties to support and in support of the Laboratory/Pathology Department.
Perform laboratory analyses and identify critical or unexpected results.
Consult with vendors to troubleshoot malfunctions.
Investigate all incidents, document and report all findings.
Serve as department resource.
Prioritize and schedule staff assignments.
Prepare and present at least 4 in-service trainings annually.
Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and standards including POC programs and OSHA regulations.
Perform other related duties within the scope of position as required or assigned.