Medical Lab Scientist I

Baystate Health • Westfield, MA

1d • $34 - $47 • Onsite

About The Position

Baystate Health is seeking a Medical Lab Scientist to join our laboratory at Baystate Noble in Westfield, Massachusetts. Our laboratory provides essential diagnostic testing that supports patient care across the organization, working closely with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to deliver quality care. The incumbent possesses and utilizes significant technical knowledge and skill regarding principles and techniques of laboratory medicine as well as instrumentation. Performs a wide variety of assays/procedures within a clinical laboratory service with documented expertise. Works independently and assesses test results for validity prior to reporting. Performs method evaluations, advanced projects, writes/updates procedures, assists in CAP inspection preparation, may order supplies/maintain inventory, specialized training, performs specialized/highly complex testing. When teaching or training, able to include a higher level of theory. Position requires excellent verbal communication, significant computer skills and ability to interface with a broad spectrum of health care professionals in a collaborative manner.

Requirements

• Associates degree
• MLT through the ASCP
• AS with MT certification must have met prior NCA experience requirements

Nice To Haves

• BA BS formal training or experience sufficient to obtain certification
• Basic to Intermediate laboratory skills acquired through experience or clinical training

Responsibilities

• Verifies appropriateness of specimens, accurately labels and identifies specimens. Alerts appropriate health care provider(s) regarding critical results.
• Carries out analytical procedures utilizing manual or automated methods, following written protocols. Verifies validity of results prior to reporting by observing established quality control criteria prior to reporting. Produces results that meet established departmental standards for accuracy and precision with minimal repetition or problems. Incumbent demonstrates significant documented skill and experience.
• Performs assays and reports results within established turnaround times. Prioritizes work and maintains acceptable level of productivity. Communicates regarding issues that may affect quality of results and/or turnaround time.
• Incumbent demonstrates high level technical, interpretive and evaluation skills. Serves as a resource to identify or solve problems. Communicates with work team and/or supervisor regarding problems. Performs basic trouble shooting of instrumentation, referring issues to supervisor or department lead as necessary.
• Demonstrates excellent communication, teamwork and customer service skills. Records of work performed, quality control and documentation of issues are thorough and complete, consistent with all departmental requirements and those of regulatory agencies. Courteous and helpful in all interactions with patients, visitors, co-workers and health care providers.
• Participation in special projects or studies with minimal supervision.
• Assists in maintenance and updating procedures through independent research to ensure current and appropriate methods.
• As assigned, support CAP inspection preparation by participating in checklist review, interpretation of standards, implementing corrective action, and proficiency testing program.
• Maintains awareness of and follows all corporate and BH Pathology compliance policies and procedures.
• Observes and promotes the BH organizational standards of behavior.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including local Health New England plans.
• Tuition assistance, CEUs, and professional development opportunities.
• Clinical advancement, leadership development, and internal career opportunities.
• Career options across Baystate Health hospitals, practices, and services throughout western Massachusetts.
• Retirement savings and employer match.
• Generous PTO for eligible employees.
• Onsite parking and shift differential available.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree