Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist - Pre/Post Analytics

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position assists in directing the daily workflow of Central Processing and the reference lab. The Senior Tech acts as a technical resource to laboratory assistants, completing tasks such as line troubleshooting, test investigation, provider discussions, resource management, training advisor, and serves as a cross departmental liaison. Assists the supervisors and manager in the staff performance review process by assessing productivity, error rate statistics, and other supporting documentation. Functions as a back-up to reference lab processes performed by the reference lab team. The Medical Laboratory Scientist, Senior I, in their role as Technical Supervisor, Technical Consultant, or General Supervisor as defined by CLIA, may be delegated responsibility for the technical oversight of the laboratory, including day-to-day supervision of operations and personnel performing testing and reporting results. Under the general supervision of the Technical Director and Clinical Supervisors, the Senior Technologist I oversees assigned workstations, including Quality Control (QC) review, training, competency assessment of staff, and inventory management. As required by CLIA, testing personnel are responsible for specimen processing, test performance, and reporting test results. Each individual performs only those tests authorized by the laboratory director that require a degree of skill appropriate to their education, training, experience, and technical abilities. They work independently in an efficient and organized manner to ensure accurate results and records. The role requires professional knowledge to accurately read and interpret test results used by providers in diagnosing and treating diseases.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Clinical Laboratory Sciences required or Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology required or Bachelor's Degree Laboratory Sciences required
Medical Technologist (ASCP) [MLT, MT, MLA, Histologists] - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) required
lab experience 3-5 years required
The knowledge, both practical and theoretical, of tests and procedures necessary to review findings and advise and direct subordinates in action.
Demonstrates advanced level of analytical skills and judgement.
Must have understanding of computer technology and its application to analytical procedures and quality control.
Must have a comprehensive understanding of laboratory equipment and its operation, maintenance, and repair, and analytic techniques.
Must have the ability to work independently, evaluate situations and act appropriately.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Must have the ability to pay careful attention to detail and to adhere to written protocols, including communication with supervisors when issues are identified.
Must be able 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.
Advanced knowledge of federal, state and accreditation requirements.

Responsibilities

Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling, processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining patient test result records.
Maintain records demonstrating that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples.
Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies and document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance.
Follow established corrective action policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within acceptable performance levels.
Identify problems that may affect test performance or result reporting and either correct them or immediately notify the appropriate supervisor, consultant, or director.
Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from established performance specifications (42 CFR 493.1425, 493.1495).