Medical Laboratory Scientist I

Baystate Health•Palmer, MA

23d

About The Position

Possesses and uses technical knowledge and skill in laboratory medicine principles, techniques, and instrumentation. Performs a wide variety of clinical laboratory assays and procedures, works independently, and assesses test results for validity before reporting. The role may include method evaluations, advanced projects, writing and updating procedures, paid call, CAP inspection preparation, ordering supplies and maintaining inventory, specialized training, and specialized or highly complex testing. When teaching or training, the incumbent incorporates a higher level of theory. Excellent verbal communication, significant computer skills, and collaborative interaction with a broad spectrum of health care professionals are required.

Requirements

Associate degree required.
Work experience in Medical Laboratory Science or a BA/BS in Science.
Basic to intermediate laboratory skills acquired through experience or clinical training.
Medical Technologist certification from the American Society for Clinical Pathology.

Responsibilities

Verify specimen appropriateness and accurately label and identify specimens; alert appropriate health care providers to critical results.
Perform analytical procedures using manual or automated methods and written protocols. Verify result validity against established quality-control criteria before reporting, and produce accurate, precise results with minimal repetition or problems.
Perform assays and report results within established turnaround times; prioritize work, maintain acceptable productivity, and communicate issues that may affect result quality or turnaround time.
Use technical, interpretive, and evaluation skills to identify or solve problems; communicate with the work team or supervisor and perform basic instrumentation troubleshooting, escalating issues as needed.
Demonstrate communication, teamwork, and customer service; maintain thorough records of work, quality control, and issues consistent with departmental and regulatory requirements; interact courteously and helpfully with patients, visitors, coworkers, and health care providers.
Participate in special projects or studies with minimal supervision; orient and train new employees and teach students, incorporating theory and clinical significance.
Assist with maintaining and updating procedures through independent research to ensure methods are current and appropriate.
Support CAP inspection preparation as assigned, including checklist review, interpretation of standards, corrective actions, and proficiency testing.
Maintain awareness of and follow corporate and BHS Pathology compliance policies and procedures.
Observe and promote BHS organizational standards of behavior.