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

Berkshire Health Systems; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Medical Technologist to join their team. This role is crucial in implementing the hospital's mission through the performance of clinical laboratory exams, testing management, and quality control. You'll have the opportunity to teach and evaluate students while ensuring the highest standards of accuracy and efficiency in laboratory work. The position requires independent judgment, effective communication skills, and the ability to adapt in emergency situations. If you are passionate about medical technology and ready to make a significant impact, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in an approved laboratory is required.
• Certification as a Medical Technologist/Clinical Lab Scientist is necessary.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Effective communication skills

Ability to teach medical technology students

Flexibility and adaptability

Manual dexterity

Knowledge of HIS and LIS

Education

Baccalaureate degree in medical technology

Twelve months of clinical education

Tools

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, proficient 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 Holidays and Weekends