MLS Technical Specialist

Mass General Brigham•Dover, NH

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Technical Specialist is a highly specialized role within specialty areas (e.g., Blood Bank, Chemistry, Cytology, Hematology, Microbiology, Cytometry, Molecular Diagnostics) requiring a high level of skill. The Technical Specialist, in their role as Testing Personnel as defined by CLIA, may perform waived and non-waived testing. Under general supervision, carries out all policies and performs all tests in accordance with the department's standard operating procedures. Works independently in an efficient and organized manner to assure accurate results and records. The work requires a professional level of knowledge to read and interpret accurately test results used by providers in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. The Technical Specialist, in their role as Technical Supervisor or General Supervisor as defined by CLIA, may be delegated the responsibility of the technical oversight of the training areas including the day-to-day supervision or oversight of the laboratory operation related to personnel in training, performing testing, and reporting results. Under the general supervision of the Technical Director and Clinical Supervisors, the Technical Specialist-Education is responsible for supervision of trainees at their assigned workstations including Quality Control (QC) review, training, competency assessment of staff.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or Bachelor's Degree in Laboratory Sciences.
Experience in a Specialty Laboratory: 3-5 years required.
Knowledge, both practical and theoretical, of tests and procedures necessary to review findings and advise and direct subordinates in action.
Advanced level of analytical skills and judgement.
Understanding of computer technology and its application to analytical procedures and quality control.
Comprehensive understanding of laboratory equipment and its operation, maintenance and repair and analytic techniques.
Ability to work independently, evaluate situations and act appropriately.
Detailed knowledge of applicable federal, state and accreditation requirements.
Ability to multitask and manage validations and projects in a fast-paced environment.
Advanced computer skills.
Comprehensive understanding of test principles, equipment operation and computer system operations.
Ability to make appropriate decisions and develop and complete follow-up actions in conjunction with lab leadership.
Ability to pay careful attention to detail.
Ability to perform as a team member.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to interact professionally and effectively with numerous staff including physicians, hospital personnel, employees, and patients.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Perform waived and non-waived testing.
Carry out all policies and perform all tests in accordance with the department's standard operating procedures.
Work independently in an efficient and organized manner to assure accurate results and records.
Read and interpret accurately test results used by providers in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
Provide technical oversight of training areas, including day-to-day supervision or oversight of laboratory operations related to personnel in training, performing testing, and reporting results.
Supervise trainees at their assigned workstations, including Quality Control (QC) review, training, and competency assessment of staff.
Provide direction and guidance to less experienced technologists.
Adhere to written protocols, including communication to supervisors when issues are identified.