Medical Laboratory Scientist II, Generalist - Part Time

Mass General Brigham • Jamaica Plain, MA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist II, Generalist performs waived and non-waived testing as authorized under CLIA. Under general supervision, this role follows department policies and standard operating procedures, independently performs tests, and maintains accurate records and results. The position requires professional knowledge to accurately interpret test results used by providers to diagnose and treat disease.

The Medical Laboratory Scientist II may be delegated day-to-day supervision or oversight of laboratory operations and personnel performing testing and reporting results. Under the general supervision of the Laboratory Manager and Clinical Supervisors, the role supervises assigned workstations, including quality control review, staff training and competency assessment, and inventory management. Testing personnel also process specimens, perform tests, and report results. The position is onsite at Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital and is scheduled for 24 hours per week on the day shift. Patient care is not required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, or a bachelor's degree in Laboratory Sciences and a certificate or diploma in Clinical Laboratory Sciences; experience cannot be substituted for the degree.
• Medical Technologist credential from the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) required; listed credentials include MLT, MT, MLA, and Histologists.
• One to two years of laboratory experience required.
• Complete orientation, training, and competency assessment on all instruments and methods applicable to the role.

Responsibilities

• Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining patient test-result records.
• Maintain records demonstrating that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples.
• Adhere to quality control policies and document quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance performed.
• Follow established corrective action policies and procedures when test systems do not meet acceptable performance levels.
• Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting; correct them or immediately notify the appropriate supervisor, consultant, or director.
• Document corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from established performance specifications.
• Supervise assigned workstations, including quality control review, staff training and competency assessment, and inventory management.
• Process specimens, perform authorized tests, and report test results.

Benefits

• $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.
• Competitive base pay, comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable, and recognition programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level