Medical Lab Scientist I

Spectraforce Technologies; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Spectraforce Technologies, Inc. seeks a Medical Technologist/MLS to perform day-to-day clinical testing in a Core Laboratory, supporting Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis and Chemistry.

The candidate processes specimens, ensures quality control, maintains instruments, and troubleshoots issues to deliver accurate results. The position requires either an MLT or MLS/Medical Technology degree with CLIA compliance and clinical lab experience, plus ability to work 2nd shift in Worcester, MA.

Qualifications

• Education credentials meeting CLIA requirements for testing personnel.
• Clinical laboratory experience is required.
• Generalist lab experience across Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis and Coagulation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine operations across Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis and Chemistry.
• Receive, process, and run patient specimens per procedures.
• Perform manual differential testing as required.
• Operate and monitor laboratory instruments to ensure accuracy.
• Perform instrument maintenance, calibration and quality control.
• Troubleshoot instrument issues and resolve testing problems.
• Review QC results and ensure compliance with standards.
• Follow SOPs and safety protocols.
• Document testing, QC and maintenance activities accurately.
• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of results.
• Collaborate with staff to support daily operations and workflow.

Skills

Laboratory operations

Manual differential

Instrument maintenance

Instrument troubleshooting

Cerner LIS

Color vision screening

Attention to detail

Independent and team work

Education

Medical Laboratory Science degree (MLS)

MLT degree (2-year)

Tools

Cerner LIS

Job description

Job Title: Medical Technologist / Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS/MLT)

Location: Worcester, MA

Duration: 3 months+ (Potential to Extend)

Shift: 2nd Shift - 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM

Schedule: Monday-Friday, Every Other Weekend, and Every Other Holiday

Vaccination / Medical Screening Requirements

• Hepatitis B (Hep B): As applicable.

• Influenza (Flu): As applicable.

• MMR: As applicable.

• Varicella: As applicable.

• TB (Quantiferon Test): Required.

• Color Vision Screening: Required.

Job Description

The Medical Technologist is responsible for performing day-to-day clinical laboratory operations within the Core Laboratory, supporting Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, and Chemistry departments. The role involves processing and testing patient specimens, performing quality control procedures, maintaining laboratory instruments, and troubleshooting equipment to ensure accurate and timely test results.

The position is open to candidates with either a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS)/Medical Technologist educational background who meet applicable CLIA requirements.

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform routine day-to-day laboratory operations across Hematology, Coagulation, Urinalysis, and Chemistry departments.

• Receive, process, and run patient specimens according to established laboratory procedures.

• Perform manual differential testing as required.

• Operate and monitor laboratory instruments to ensure accurate and reliable results.

• Perform instrument maintenance, calibration, and quality control procedures.

• Troubleshoot laboratory instruments and resolve testing-related issues.

• Review quality control results and ensure compliance with established laboratory standards.

• Follow departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and laboratory safety protocols.

• Maintain accurate documentation of testing, quality control, and equipment maintenance activities.

• Ensure timely and accurate reporting of patient test results.

• Work collaboratively with laboratory personnel to support daily operations and maintain workflow efficiency.

Requirements

• Education: Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, Biology, Chemistry, or another qualifying science-related field.

• Must meet at least one of the applicable CLIA requirements for laboratory testing personnel.

• Candidates with either a 2-year MLT degree or a 4-year MLS/Medical Technology degree are accepted.

• Clinical laboratory experience is required. Candidates without clinical lab experience will not be considered.

• Generalist laboratory experience across Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis, and Coagulation is preferred.

• ASCP or AMT certification preferred but not required.

• Manual Differential experience required.

• Instrument Maintenance experience required.

• Instrument troubleshooting experience preferred.

• Familiarity with Cerner LIS preferred.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accuracy in a clinical laboratory environment.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced laboratory setting.

• Must be able to pass the required color vision screening.