Laboratory Technician/Technologist

South Shore Health•Weymouth, MA

2d•$34 - $46

About The Position

Responsible for the analysis of laboratory specimens and subsequent result reporting according to Laboratory protocol and procedures. South Shore Health is a not-for-profit, charitable health system offering primary and specialty care, hospital care, home health and community care, emergency and urgent care, and preventative and wellness services. We are the largest independent health system in Southeastern Massachusetts. South Shore Health brings together like-minded people who work “As One” toward a common goal of providing exceptional care the people of our region deserve. We unite top-caliber talent, technology, and service with the wishes and personal needs of patients and their families to develop individualized treatment plans.

Requirements

Minimum Education - Preferred Associate's Degree in a relevant science preferred.
Minimum Work Experience Four (4) months’ clinical laboratory internship preferred.
Required Certifications MLT (Medical Laboratory Technician/Technologist (ASCP) or ASCP equivalent (certification required within 6 months from date of hire) Individual ASCP certifications in Chemistry or Hematology or Microbiology or Blood Bank meet requirements
Eligible for Medical Technologist Certification (MTE-ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP), Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Monday - Friday 3pm-11:30pm, and every other weekend.
Rotating Holidays

Responsibilities

Test Performance
Test Result Reporting
Follows established procedures for laboratory quality control and reports discrepancies to the appropriate Supervisor.
Performs daily, weekly, monthly or as needed, maintenance on instruments and equipment as appropriate. Performs calibration of equipment as required.
Troubleshoots instruments, equipment, reagents and patient specimens when problems occur. Notifies the Supervisor if unable to solve the problem.
Consistently adheres to established Laboratory and Hospital policies for Universal Precautions, Chemical Hygiene and Safety procedures. When handling blood and/or body fluids, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) will be utilized in order to minimize exposure to infectious diseases. Chemical Hygiene and Safety policies and procedures will be followed when using chemicals.
Consistently communicates with Laboratory team to ensure that daily work is completed.
Demonstrates competence in assigned work areas according to section schedule and skill mix.
Maintains work area — cleans bench, restocks supplies, notifies Supervisor of low stock.
Actively participates with orientation and training of new employees and students in laboratory procedures and policies.
Technology – Embraces technological solutions to work processes and practices.
Safety Awareness – Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.