Clinical Laboratory Scientist I: Impactful Lab Work

Baystate Health; Palmer (MA); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 64,000; Part time

Job summary

Baystate Health in Palmer, MA seeks a part-time Medical Laboratory Scientist I to perform a wide range of laboratory procedures with accuracy and independence. The role emphasizes quality control, result validation, and collaboration with health care professionals.

The ideal candidate has an Associate’s Degree and ASCP certification in clinical laboratory science, with strong communication and computer skills, supporting CAP inspections and ongoing process improvements.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree (Required) in Medical Laboratory Science or BA/BS in Science.
• ASCP certification(s) as Medical Technologist are preferred or required per the posting.

Responsibilities

• Verifies specimen appropriateness, labels and identifies specimens.
• Performs analytical procedures using manual or automated methods with QC checks.
• Reports results within established Turnaround Times and communicates issues affecting results.
• Troubleshoots instrumentation and escalates to supervisor when needed.
• Maintains thorough records, quality control, and customer service in interactions with patients and staff.
• Participates in projects or studies and helps train new employees.
• Updates procedures through independent research to reflect current methods.
• Supports CAP inspection preparation and proficiency testing.
• Follows corporate and pathology compliance policies and behavioral standards.
• Assists in compliance with departmental requirements and regulatory agencies.

Skills

Basic to intermediate lab skills

Education

Associates Degree (Required)

Job description

Baystate Health in Palmer, MA seeks a part-time Medical Laboratory Scientist I to perform a wide range of laboratory procedures with accuracy and independence. The role emphasizes quality control, result validation, and collaboration with health care professionals.

The ideal candidate has an Associate’s Degree and ASCP certification in clinical laboratory science, with strong communication and computer skills, supporting CAP inspections and ongoing process improvements.