Clinical Lab Scientist: Diagnostics & Quality Assurance

Care New England; Warwick, Northern (RI, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Care New England Health System seeks a qualified Medical Technologist to analyze and interpret patient specimens for diagnosis and treatment. You will perform qualitative and quantitative analyses, ensure quality control, and maintain instrumentation under supervision.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or related field, with ASCP or NCA certification and at least six months of relevant experience. This is an on-site laboratory role supporting patient care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical technology or Specific Science required.

Responsibilities

• Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of patient specimens according to established procedures.
• Perform specimen collection and other specimen handling duties as needed.
• Operate complex biomedical electronic instrumentation including calibration, maintenance, quality assurance and troubleshooting.
• Perform and analyze quality control procedures including daily testing, recording, problem resolution and compiling reports to assure accuracy of all results.
• Review and verify the accuracy of tests results before entering into information system.
• Maintain a proper inventory of supplies needed in order to provide continuous service, minimizing downtime.
• Evaluate test results for accuracy, reportability and clinical significance and report accordingly.
• Maintain current knowledge of specialty by attending seminars, in-services and reading journals.
• Evaluate new methodologies and instrumentation under the guidance of the Section Chief and report findings and recommendations.
• Assume supervisory responsibilities in absence of Department Head. Orient and train new employees/students.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical technology or Specific Science

Job description

Care New England Health System seeks a qualified Medical Technologist to analyze and interpret patient specimens for diagnosis and treatment. You will perform qualitative and quantitative analyses, ensure quality control, and maintain instrumentation under supervision.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or related field, with ASCP or NCA certification and at least six months of relevant experience. This is an on-site laboratory role supporting patient care.