Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist - Chemistry

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

6d•$37 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist I – Chemistry performs laboratory testing and is responsible for specimen processing, test performance, and reporting results in accordance with CLIA requirements. The role requires professional knowledge to accurately interpret test results used by providers to diagnose and treat disease. The scientist works independently and efficiently, maintaining accurate results and records while performing only tests authorized by the laboratory director and appropriate to their education, training, experience, and technical abilities. As a Technical Supervisor, Technical Consultant, or General Supervisor as defined by CLIA, the Senior Scientist may be delegated technical oversight of the laboratory, including day-to-day supervision of operations and testing personnel. Under the general supervision of the Technical Director and Clinical Supervisors, the position oversees assigned workstations, including quality-control review, staff training and competency assessment, and inventory management. This is an onsite, regular, 40-hour-per-week day-shift position at 90 Blossom Street. The listed schedule is 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. Patient care is not required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Medical Technology, or Laboratory Sciences.
Medical Technologist (ASCP) credential from the American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) required.
Four years of laboratory experience required.
Practical and theoretical knowledge of tests and procedures sufficient to review findings and advise and direct subordinates.
Advanced analytical skills and judgment.
Understanding of computer technology and its application to analytical procedures and quality control.
Comprehensive understanding of laboratory equipment, including its operation, maintenance, and repair, and of analytical techniques.
Ability to work independently, evaluate situations, and act appropriately.
Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
Careful attention to detail and ability to follow written protocols, including communicating issues to supervisors.
Ability to work as a team member and demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.
Ability to interact professionally and effectively with physicians, hospital personnel, employees, and patients.
Advanced knowledge of federal, state, and accreditation requirements.

Responsibilities

Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling, processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining patient test-result records.
Maintain records demonstrating proficiency-testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples.
Follow laboratory quality-control policies and document quality-control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance.
Follow established corrective-action policies and procedures when test systems are not performing within acceptable levels.
Identify problems that may affect test performance or result reporting, correct them when appropriate, or immediately notify the appropriate supervisor, consultant, or director.
Document corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from established performance specifications.
Oversee assigned workstations, including quality-control review, staff training, competency assessment, and inventory management.
May provide technical oversight of laboratory operations and personnel performing testing and reporting results.