Medical Lab Scientist and Technician: Precision Diagnostics

Care New England; Warwick (RI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Care New England is seeking a qualified Medical Laboratory Technician to analyze specimens and support accurate diagnosis and treatment across multiple medical disciplines.

You will operate and calibrate biomedical instrumentation, perform quality control, review results for accuracy, and maintain an efficient inventory to minimize downtime.

Applicants must have an associate’s degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, at least six months of related experience, and ASCP or NCA certification.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Medical Laboratory Technology required.
• ASCP or NCA certification required.
• Minimum six months related job experience or equivalent 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 test results before entering into information system. Investigate unusual test results and report clinically significant information appropriately. Interpret results when requested.
• Maintain a proper inventory of supplies needed in order to provide continuous service, minimizing downtime.
• Assist in instructing new employees to learn established lab procedures and practices.
• Maintain current knowledge of specialty by attending seminars, in-services and reading journals.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

Education

Associate's degree in Medical Laboratory Technology

Job description

Care New England is seeking a qualified Medical Laboratory Technician to analyze specimens and support accurate diagnosis and treatment across multiple medical disciplines.

You will operate and calibrate biomedical instrumentation, perform quality control, review results for accuracy, and maintain an efficient inventory to minimize downtime.

Applicants must have an associate’s degree in Medical Laboratory Technology, at least six months of related experience, and ASCP or NCA certification.