Medical Laboratory Scientist, Day Shift

Brigham & Women's Faulkner Hospital; Pelham; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a Medical Lab Scientist specializing in Blood Bank and Generalist duties. In this pivotal role, you will perform complex laboratory tests, ensuring patient safety and accuracy through quality control and effective communication. Your expertise will be vital in maintaining high standards while supporting the lab's operational efficiency. This innovative firm values exceptional talent and offers a generous sign-on bonus, making it an exciting opportunity for those looking to advance their careers in a collaborative environment. If you're ready to make a meaningful impact in healthcare, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of hospital laboratory experience required.
• MT(ASCP) certification or eligibility is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Perform and evaluate complex laboratory tests with minimal supervision.
• Ensure quality control and document results accurately.

Skills

Laboratory Testing

Quality Control

Problem Solving

Patient Safety Protocols

Education

Baccalaureate Degree in Science

MT(ASCP) Certification

Tools

Complex Precision Instruments

Automated Laboratory Equipment

Job description

Medical Lab Scientist - Blood Bank / Generalist

We're offering a generous sign-on bonus of $10,000 to eligible candidates who join our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're excited to discuss the details of this bonus during the interview process.

MTs perform and evaluate complex laboratory tests in various areas of the clinical laboratory. This position requires an in-depth understanding of complex precision instruments and a variety of automated and electronic equipment. MTs work with minimal supervision, recognizing problems, troubleshooting, and problem-solving. They may operate various instruments, assist in training, perform maintenance, and develop procedures to ensure test accuracy. They perform all required Quality Control procedures, document results accurately, and follow up on outliers. They notify the supervisor of unusual or unexpected results and potential problems, using appropriate documentation. They report critical values promptly and maintain complete, accurate records.

MTs follow all organizational policies, including Universal Precautions, Fire Safety, QA documentation, and Hazardous Waste handling. They assist in orienting new staff and students and support the smooth operation of the lab.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

1. Patient Safety: Follow established precautions and procedures to ensure a safe environment, including hand hygiene, use of patient identifiers, effective communication, and proper use of personal protective equipment.
2. Testing: Accurately perform and report laboratory tests according to SOPs, respond to stat orders, and report critical values in accordance with policy.
3. Quality Control: Perform quality control and instrument checks, maintain equipment, and document actions as per SOPs.
4. Training/Education: Engage in continuing education, competency assessments, and participate in QA/QI activities.
5. Professional Expectations: Recognize opportunities to perform tasks independently, assist colleagues, and seek additional tasks or projects when available.

Qualifications

0-2 years of hospital laboratory experience, Baccalaureate Degree in Science, and MT(ASCP) certification or eligibility are required.

Additional Information

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, or other protected status. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process, as well as in performing essential job functions.