Clinical Lab Scientist/Med Tech- Berkshire Medical Center, General Lab, Shift: Day, 40hrs

Berkshire Health Systems; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Technologist to join their clinical laboratory team. This role is essential in implementing the hospital's mission and goals through the performance of laboratory exams, quality control, and professional consultations. The ideal candidate will possess a baccalaureate degree in medical technology, have relevant clinical education, and be certified as a Medical Technologist. Flexibility, effective communication, and the ability to teach students are key attributes for success in this position. Join a dynamic team committed to excellence in patient care and laboratory services.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in an approved laboratory.
• Certified Medical Technologist/Clinical Lab Scientist required.

Responsibilities

• Implement clinical laboratory exams and quality control.
• Instruct and evaluate medical technology students.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Independent judgment and initiative

Flexibility and adaptability

Above average manual dexterity

Education

Baccalaureate degree in medical technology

Twelve months of clinical education

Tools

HIS (Hospital Information System)

LIS (Laboratory Information System)

Assorted laboratory analyzers and equipment

Job description

Job Summary

This role implements the hospital and laboratory mission, goals, and objectives. This includes the performance of clinical laboratory exams, proficiency testing, quality control, professional consultation, instrument maintenance and validation, testing management, instructing and evaluating students, and other functions toward the attainment of these goals.

Experience

• One year of experience in an approved laboratory (the internship year is applicable).

Education

• Baccalaureate degree in medical technology or related science.
• Twelve months of clinical education in a school of medical technology or its equivalent accepted by certification agencies.

License & Certifications

• Certified Medical Technologist/Clinical Lab Scientist through ASCP or NCA or CLIA approved equivalent.

Additional Requirements

• Independent judgment and initiative required to schedule, organize, and plan work.
• Ability to teach medical technology students on how to process specimens and answer computer-related questions.
• Flexibility and adaptability in emergency situations including working additional hours or shifts.
• Ability to work efficiently, accurately, and alertly for extended periods of time, and under stress, to ensure against errors. Above average manual dexterity.
• Effective communication skills, use of computer systems, listening, speaking, writing and reading.
• Knowledge of HIS and LIS.
• Assorted laboratory analyzers and equipment appropriate to scope of position and dependent upon current technology.

Schedule

• Monday- Friday
• 7:30 am-4pm
• Rotating Holiday
• Every third weekend