Medical Technologist - Atrius Health
About The Position
The Medical Technologist works in the Microbiology Laboratory at Atrius Health’s Needham, Massachusetts location. Under general supervision, the role performs routine and specialized laboratory assays on patient specimens and exercises independent judgment when evaluating test-result validity before reporting results. The work provides data used in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. The technologist operates and calibrates equipment in their area of specialization, evaluates laboratory data, records test results, and communicates with physicians, pathologists, and nursing staff about testing procedures and results. This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday between 7:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m., with rotating weekends and holidays. The stated hourly pay range is $20.00 to $36.00, based on factors including local labor markets, education, experience, and certifications. The employer describes a comprehensive benefits package and incentive and recognition programs, and notes that benefit eligibility requirements apply.
Requirements
- Associate degree in laboratory science (chemical or biological science) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution; alternatively, equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting CLIA regulatory requirements.
- Professional experience independently performing microbiology testing in a clinical laboratory setting.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in any discipline or equivalent from an accredited institution.
- Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) certification from ASCP or an equivalent certification. Candidates without certification are typically expected to become certified within six months of hire. Certifications meeting federal CLIA 88 requirements are also accepted.
- At least one year of laboratory experience.
- Excellent problem-solving skills, including the ability to resolve complex clinical and instrument problems.
- Accuracy, reliability, ability to work well under pressure, and ability to finish tasks once started.
- Solid written and verbal communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine and special laboratory assays on patient specimens, including body fluids, exudates, skin scrapings, and surgical specimens.
- Use independent judgment to evaluate the validity of test results before reporting them.
- Provide laboratory data for the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.
- Operate and calibrate equipment in the area of specialization.
- Evaluate the validity of laboratory data and record test results.
- Communicate with physicians, pathologists, and nursing staff regarding test procedures and results.
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Incentive and recognition programs.
- Equity stock purchase.
- 401(k) contribution.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
