Medical Technologist I Full Time (40hr Days, rotating weekends and holidays)

BMC Software•Boston, MA

19d•$27 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

Under the general direction of the Technical Supervisor, provides ancillary support for clinical activities by performance and appropriate interpretation of moderate and high complexity clinical laboratory tests as defined under CLIA '88. This is a full-time position (40 hours per week) with day shifts, including rotating weekends and holidays. The role involves performing and interpreting complex laboratory tests, acting as a resource for laboratory users, reviewing testing performed by other staff, prioritizing samples, and ensuring accurate specimen identification and processing. Responsibilities also include instrument maintenance, quality control procedures, result transcription, and communication of critical values. The position supports the education of students and new staff, participates in committees, and maintains a safe and organized work environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college in applied science, Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science which includes successful completion of a supervised course of clinical internship in an approved hospital laboratory, OR a Bachelor’s degree in applied science, or other discipline with an Associate’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technician with combined coursework sufficient to meet scientific requirement for employment in CAP accredited laboratory.
Knowledge of clinical tests and standards necessary to perform highly complex tests as defined by CLIA and accurately report results.
Analytic abilities to perform highly complex testing as defined under CLIA 88, interpret findings, perform calculations, calibrate instruments, review highly complex testing performed by other employees.
Ability to maintain compliance with all regulatory agency (e.g. JC, CAP, FDA, AABB) requirements.
Manual/visual dexterity necessary to prepare specimens, prepare solutions, screen specimens and operate a computer software system.
Interpersonal and English verbal and written language skills sufficient to exchange information with physicians, interact with other technologists.
Ability to perform venipuncture techniques.

Nice To Haves

Certification by American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) or National Credentialing Agency (NCA) or equivalent agency as a Medical Technologist, Clinical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Laboratory Technician, or specialty certification.
Equivalent agency is defined as an agency that requires a degree in science from an accredited college or university with successful completion of an examination for certification. Such agencies include but are not limited to ASCP, NCA, American Medical Technologists (AMT), American Association of Bioanalysts (AAB), Health Education and Welfare (HEW), and American Society of Microbiologists (AMT).

Responsibilities

Performs moderate and high complexity tests and interprets them after specialized training and required experience.
Acts as a resource and interprets tests for laboratory users.
Reviews testing and/or procedures performed by other staff to maintain compliance with regulatory agencies.
Prioritizes STAT and routine samples.
Ensures accurate specimen identification and specimen labeling.
Ensures appropriateness of sample for requested testing, obtains approval for testing which deviates from standard operating procedure and follows up with notification to patient care unit and documentation in LIS.
Ensures sample testing is performed within the defined time periods for each test type based on specimen viability.
Initiates appropriate action and documents steps taken to resolve mislabeled/unlabeled or inappropriate specimens.
Identifies labeling problems or discrepancies; informs other laboratory sections about patient identification or medical record number problems.
Ensures that prepared samples are stored according to standard operating procedure.
Ensures aliquotting and processing of specimens is performed within established time limits for each test.
Accessions specimens according to standard operating procedure.
Performs instrument and equipment maintenance as defined by each section's policy and procedures.
Recognizes instrument, equipment or methodology problems and/or discrepancies and brings them, with documentation, to Assistant Supervisor or Supervisor's attention in a timely manner.
Performs QC procedures and assesses Quality Control data according to section policy and procedures.
Recognizes technical and non-technical problems/discrepancies in laboratory operations and brings these problems/discrepancies to Assistant Supervisor or Supervisor's attention.
Performs analytic testing and assesses the validity of their results according to section policy and procedures.
Maintains clear, concise, accurate and legible records of test performance.
Provides proper documentation and records of all test procedures performed.
Reviews patient results, recognizes problems and/or discrepancies. Investigates and performs additional testing to resolve problematic patient test results to the extent possible, documents involved activities and notifies Assistant Supervisor or Supervisor.
Transcribes results/information with accuracy into LIS system.
Appends appropriate coded comments as required by section standard operating procedures.
Uses LIS to promote clarity and correct interpretation of laboratory results.
Reviews entered LIS codes as required by section standard operating procedures for transcription accuracy prior to completing processing or reporting test results.
Notifies appropriate person of all Critical Alert Values according to department/section procedures. Provides documentation of Critical Alert Values in LIS as required.
Notifies appropriate person of all required call back of results. Provides complete documentation of all call backs in LIS and as required.
Maintains proficiency for all designated LIS functions as outlined in section specific policies and procedures.
Provides proper documentation of receipt and implementation of reagents/lots/materials.
Ensures adequate Blood inventories are maintained according to standard operating procedure (Blood Bank only).
Ensures all work is completed and/or accounted for according to section policy.
Assists other laboratory sections as needed when directed by supervisory staff members.
Participates in Quality Advancement/Quality Improvement activities.
Maintains initial and annual competency documentation.
Maintains age specific competency for all tests/procedures performed.
Attends departmental continuing education classes.
Participates in scientific or service related continuing education classes.
Attends all scheduled staff meetings or reads meeting minutes.
Supports education of Medical Technology students, Pathology residents, new staff and others through participation in teaching activities.
Supports technical training of departmental staff members.
Participates on all Sectional, Departmental or Hospital committees or task forces as available.
Communicates all important information regarding the laboratory to fellow staff members.
Answers the telephone according to departmental policy; responds to inquiries/requests.
Works cooperatively with other laboratory staff members and takes initiative to determine where assistance is needed and renders assistance.
Reports all incidents, safety hazards or accidents to appropriate personnel.
Attends mandatory safety education sessions.
Respects patient and employee confidentiality.
Keeps equipment and work area neat, orderly and well stocked; puts supplies away when received.
Performs assignments with a minimum of direction and is available to help others.
Maintains open communication with Supervisors and Medical Directors.
Plans and prioritizes tasks and adjusts to variable workloads.
Assesses the inventory on a weekly basis in assigned work area and notifies Supervisor of supply needs.
Utilizes Medical Center’s values as the basis for decision making and to facilitate the division’s mission.
Follows established Hospital Infection Control and Safety procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned or as needed.