Medical Technologist (MT), Generalist, Per Diem

Beth Israel Lahey Health•Winchester, MA

2d•$36 - $48•Onsite

About The Position

Contributes to the Hospitals mission by independently performing various clinical laboratory tests in Hematology, Chemistry, Blood Bank and performing limited functions as requested in physician orders requiring superior decision making skills in order to address patient care and instrumentation issues in a timely manner without on-site supervision and direction. This position impacts patient care on the night shift by performing accurate tests, liaisoning in a professional manner the lab and the other hospital departments, communicating effectively and expeditiously, ensuring that the highest possible patient care is maintained on this off-shift.

Requirements

Bachelors degree in a science field required or grandfathered qualifications.
Medical Technologist registry eligible

Nice To Haves

Grandfathered Qualifications: 2-year science degree and evidence of working experience in a clinical setting prior to 1980 OR MLT Certification (HEW or military) acquired prior to 1980.
Medical Technologist registered (ASCP or applicable)

Responsibilities

Prepares specimen depending on lab order
Performs tests using both/either manual methods or automated instrumentation which require fine motor coordination and manual dexterity.
Ensures specimen integrity throughout the process.
Performs quality control checks and equipment maintenance, adhering to high quality standards.
Responds to supply and equipment issues timely to ensure optimum operations and equipment quality and long-term equipment maintenance and life.
Reviews and inputs quality control and patient results into the electronic medical records system in a timely manner so clinicians and patients get their results as quickly a possible.
Expedites results to clinicians for stat and critical results.
Performs necessary calibrations on new and expired lots of reagents
Troubleshoot test anomalies and system problems in a logical manner to ensure accurate tests.
Maintains a clean and safe work environment presenting a professional impression of facilities and fostering our culture of safety.
Maintain documentation, reports and quality checks to ensure the laboratory is in compliance with regulatory agencies, accreditation and Hospital policies and procedures.
Runs report to verify optimal operational performance.
Takes status and result requests and other questions from patients and clinicians in a timely and professional manner.
Provides clinical guidance and training to hospital clinicians and physicians on Laboratory policies and procedures.
Reviews supplies inventory, communicates supply needs and rotates supplies when new stocking is received.
In the absence of the Section Supervisor and Lead Techs, may be the technologist in charge of the shift, resolving operational and clinical issues in a timely manner.
Addresses immediate performance concerns and communicates issues to the Section Supervisor as appropriate.