Medical Technologist I - Atrius Health
About The Position
Explore opportunities at Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We’re an innovative healthcare leader, delivering an effective system of connected care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our team of physicians, primary care providers and clinicians work with hospitals, community specialists and nursing facilities. Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient. Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Position Details: Location: 36 Shops At Five Way, Plymouth, MA Department: Laboratory Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours per week. Monday, Wednesday & Friday 7:30am - 4:00pm. Tuesday and Thursday 11:30am - 8:00pm. Rotating Weekends and Holidays Primary Responsibilities: Under general supervision, performs routine and special laboratory assays of patient specimens (e.g., body fluids, exudates, skin scrapings or surgical specimens), exercising independent judgment when evaluating the validity of test results prior to result reporting Provides data for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease Operates and calibrates all equipment in the area of specialization, evaluates the validity of laboratory data, records tests results, communicates with physicians, pathologists and nursing staff regarding test procedures and results You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Requirements
- Associates degree in a laboratory science (chemical or biological science) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution; or equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in CLIA regulations
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor degree in any discipline or equivalent from an accredited institution is also acceptable
- Direct core lab bench experience
- Certified as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), by the ASCP or equivalent certification (those without Certification are typically expected to become certified within 6 months of date of hire). Will also accept certifications meeting the federal requirements of CLIA 88
- Experience with CAP/CLIA regulated environments
- Strong competency in hematology, chemistry, and urinalysis
- Experience independently performing and verifying patient results in a LIS such as Meditech or Epic
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
- 1+ years of laboratory experience
Responsibilities
- Under general supervision, performs routine and special laboratory assays of patient specimens (e.g., body fluids, exudates, skin scrapings or surgical specimens), exercising independent judgment when evaluating the validity of test results prior to result reporting
- Provides data for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease
- Operates and calibrates all equipment in the area of specialization, evaluates the validity of laboratory data, records tests results, communicates with physicians, pathologists and nursing staff regarding test procedures and results
Benefits
- In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements).
- No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
