Laboratory Technician/Technologist

South Shore Health-posted 4 months ago
Part-time
Norwell, MA
5,001-10,000 employees
Ambulatory Health Care Services
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The position is responsible for the analysis of laboratory specimens and subsequent result reporting according to Laboratory protocol and procedures. The role involves performing accurate testing, reporting results, maintaining quality control, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. The employee will also assist in training new staff and participate in technology improvements within the laboratory.

  • Performs accurate and appropriate testing of specimens received in the laboratory, according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
  • Evaluates specimens for acceptability for proper testing.
  • Investigates and documents problems with unacceptable specimens.
  • Organizes workload for maximum efficiency in order to complete tests being performed.
  • Accurately performs tests as ordered on specimens received.
  • Verifies accuracy of results as those belonging to the corresponding specimen before reporting results.
  • Collects data as required by supervisor on unacceptable specimens and specimens without orders or with ambiguous orders.
  • Notifies Microbiology supervisor or designee of any preanalytical, analytical, or post analytical variances.
  • Handles specimens according to appropriate storage temperature requirements and as per laboratory procedures.
  • Reports test results in a timely manner and according to established laboratory protocol and procedures.
  • Documents proper notification process required in the reporting of all critical values that the employee results.
  • 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.
  • Troubleshoots instruments, equipment, reagents and patient specimens when problems occur.
  • Consistently adheres to established Laboratory and Hospital policies for Universal Precautions, Chemical Hygiene and Safety procedures.
  • Consistently communicates with Microbiology 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.
  • Embraces technological solutions to work processes and practices.
  • Fosters a 'Culture of Safety' through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment.
  • Associate's Degree in a relevant science preferred.
  • Four (4) months' clinical laboratory internship preferred.
  • MLT (Medical Laboratory Technician/Technologist (ASCP) or ASCP equivalent certification required within 1 year from date of hire.
  • Individual ASCP certifications in Chemistry or Hematology or Microbiology or Blood Bank meet requirements.
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