Med Tech Generalist

Mass General Brigham - Salem Hospital; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking

Sign-on Bonus

Benefits from Day One

Job summary

Mass General Brigham - Salem Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist I to perform testing and reporting under CLIA guidelines. Responsibilities include specimen processing, test performance, and accurate result reporting as part of a clinical testing team.

This onsite role offers an evening shift with a starting rate of $31.43/hour, a $10,000 sign-on bonus, and full benefits from day one. 40-hour weeks and on-site work at 81 Highland Avenue are included.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Medical Technology, or Laboratory Sciences.
• Experience in a CLIA-certified lab and test performance.
• ASCP certification is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Process specimens and perform tests as defined by CLIA guidelines.
• Report waived and non-waived test results accurately.
• Maintain records and ensure quality control across tests.
• Identify issues and communicate with supervisors to resolve them.

Skills

Laboratory equipment

Multitask

Attention to detail

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Professional communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology

Bachelor's Degree in Laboratory Sciences

Tools

ASCP-BOC preferred

Job description

Site: North Shore Medical Center, Inc. Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Starting Rate: $31.43/hour Evening Shift- Ask about the differential! Free Parking Excellent benefits as of day one We're offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process.

Summary

The Medical Laboratory Scientist I, in their role as Testing Personnel as defined by CLIA, are responsible for specimen processing, test performance and for reporting waived and non-waived test results. Under general supervision, each individual performs only those tests that are authorized by the laboratory manager and require a degree of skill commensurate with the individual's education, training or experience, and technical abilities.

Does this position require Patient Care?

No

Essential Functions

• As outlined by CLIA, after successful completion of orientation, training and competency assessment on all instruments/methods applicable to their role:
• Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples.
• Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed.
• Follow the laboratory's established corrective action policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
• Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either must correct the problems or immediately notify the general supervisor, technical consultant, technical supervisor, clinical consultant or director; and
• Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications. 42 CFR 493.1425, 493.1495.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree Clinical Laboratory Sciences required or Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology required or Bachelor's Degree Laboratory Sciences required and

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

Medical Technologist (ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) preferred

Experience

lab experience 1-2 years required

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Must have basic understanding of laboratory equipment and its operation, maintenance and repair and analytic techniques.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have the ability to pay careful attention to detail and to adhere to written protocols, including communication with supervisors when issues are identified.
• Must be able to perform as a team member.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact professionally and effectively with numerous staff including physicians, hospital personnel, employees, and patients.

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

81 Highland Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Evening (United States of America)

Grade

6

EEO Statement

3200 North Shore Medical Center, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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