Medical Laboratory Scientist I, Chemistry - Night Shift

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist I, in their role as Testing Personnel as defined by CLIA, are responsible for specimen processing, test performance, and for reporting waived and non-waived test results. Under general supervision, each individual performs only those tests that are authorized by the laboratory manager and require a degree of skill commensurate with the individual's education, training or experience, and technical abilities. As outlined by CLIA, after successful completion of orientation, training, and competency assessment on all instruments/methods applicable to their role: Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results. Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples. Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance performed. Follow the laboratory's established corrective action policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance. Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either must correct the problems or immediately notify the general supervisor, technical consultant, technical supervisor, clinical consultant, or director. Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Medical Technology, or Laboratory Sciences.
1-2 years of lab experience.
Basic understanding of laboratory equipment and its operation, maintenance, and repair, and analytic techniques.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to pay careful attention to detail and adhere to written protocols.
Ability to communicate with supervisors when issues are identified.
Ability to perform as a team member.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to interact professionally and effectively with numerous staff including physicians, hospital personnel, employees, and patients.

Nice To Haves

Medical Technologist (ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) preferred.

Responsibilities

Specimen processing, test performance, and reporting of waived and non-waived test results.
Perform authorized tests requiring a degree of skill commensurate with education, training, experience, and technical abilities.
Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results.
Maintain records demonstrating proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples.
Adhere to laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance performed.
Follow established corrective action policies and procedures when test systems are not within acceptable performance levels.
Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either correct them or immediately notify the appropriate personnel.
Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from established performance specifications.