Medical Laboratory Scientist 1 - Chemistry, Per Diem Weekend

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist I works as Testing Personnel under CLIA and is responsible for specimen processing, test performance, and reporting waived and non-waived test results. Under general supervision, the scientist performs tests authorized by the laboratory manager that match their education, training, experience, and technical abilities. After completing orientation, training, and competency assessment for applicable instruments and methods, the scientist follows laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, result reporting, and recordkeeping. The role also includes maintaining proficiency-testing records, documenting quality-control activities and instrument or procedural calibrations and maintenance, applying corrective-action procedures when performance is outside acceptable levels, identifying issues that could affect test performance or reporting, and correcting them or promptly notifying appropriate laboratory personnel.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Medical Technology, or Laboratory Sciences; experience cannot substitute for the degree.
Eligibility for Medical Technologist certification through the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC).

Nice To Haves

Medical Technologist certification through ASCP-BOC.
Laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

Process specimens and perform authorized laboratory tests.
Report waived and non-waived test results.
Follow procedures for specimen handling, test analysis, result reporting, and maintenance of patient test records.
Maintain records demonstrating that proficiency-testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples.
Follow quality-control policies and document quality-control activities, calibrations, and maintenance.
Follow established corrective-action procedures when test systems are outside acceptable performance levels.
Identify problems that may affect test performance or reporting, correct them when appropriate, or immediately notify the appropriate laboratory supervisor or director.
Document corrective actions when test systems deviate from established performance specifications.