Per- Diem Medical Technologist I - Kenmore - Atrius Health
About The Position
Explore opportunities at Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses. We’re an innovative health care leader and multi-specialty group practice, delivering an effective, connected system of care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts. Our entire team of providers (physicians, AP/NPs and ancillary clinicians) works collaboratively with a value-based philosophy within our group practice as well as with hospitals, rehab 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.
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
- 6+ months of experience working in a clinical laboratory setting
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor degree in any discipline or equivalent from an accredited institution is also acceptable
- 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
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- 1+ years of laboratory experience
- Proven excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve complex clinical and instrument problems
- Proven accurate, reliable, and able to work well under pressure and to finish a task once started
- Proven solid communication skills, both in writing and speaking
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
- a comprehensive benefits package
- incentive and recognition programs
- equity stock purchase
- 401k contribution
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
