MLS Point of Care Testing Specialist

Mass General Brigham • Boston, MA

4d • $34 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

Assists in the management of the Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) Program and supports all related laboratory services. Responsible for the operations and regulatory compliance of waived and non-waived POCT performed by inpatient, procedural, and operating room staff. Also supports offsite laboratory testing across MGH laboratories. Works collaboratively to ensure accurate and reliable testing, competent staff, and full compliance with all regulatory standards and agencies.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology required or Bachelor's Degree Related Field of Study required
• Medical Technologist (ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) preferred
• Clinical Laboratory experience as required to serve as the CLIA Technical Consultant 5-7 years required
• Must have the analytical abilities necessary to perform waived and non-waived test procedures with a high degree of accuracy and an understanding of their relevance to specific patient conditions.
• Must have the ability to read, comprehend, and follow written procedures, regulatory documents, and verbal instructions.
• Must have the ability to perform arithmetic, algebraic, and statistical calculations.
• Must have strong interpersonal and communication skills necessary to work effectively and collaboratively with colleagues and patient care providers.
• Must have technical writing ability and computer skills.

Nice To Haves

• Medical Technologist (ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC)

Responsibilities

• Ensure policies, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and associated forms meet regulatory compliance requirements and reflect current practice.
• Support SOP and practice standardization efforts across MGB POCT programs.
• Provide training to all personnel performing POCT, including initial training, 6-month follow-up for new hires, and annual competency assessments.
• Provide ongoing education on Joint Commission/CLIA requirements, quality control, and good laboratory practices.
• Manage regulated and non-regulated Proficiency Testing (PT) programs for POCT, ensuring appropriate PT handling for each testing method, staff rotation, and completion of annual renewals signed by the CLIA Laboratory Director.
• Perform instrument linearity checks, calibration verification, and biannual method comparisons.
• Manage POCT interfaces, connectivity, and error resolution within middleware and EPIC Beaker.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time