Medical lab Technician

Boston Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Pharmacy benefits

403(b) savings matches

Flexible Spending Accounts

Earned time cash out

Paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Wellbeing resources

Job summary

Boston Medical Center seeks a Medical Lab Technician to support clinical activities by performing waived and moderately complex tests under CLIA 88 in the Lab Support Services department. The role is full-time, 4pm–12:30am with rotating weekends and holidays, reporting to the Section Supervisor.

Requires an associate degree in Medical Technology or CLAS, with appropriate coursework; strong regulatory knowledge and venipuncture skills are essential for accurate results and compliance.

Qualifications

• Requires knowledge of clinical tests and CLIA 88 moderately complex testing.
• Must report results accurately and maintain regulatory compliance.
• Ability to handle specimens, calibrations, and instrument operation.
• Strong English verbal and written communication with physicians and technologists.
• Ability to perform venipuncture and follow safety protocols.

Skills

CLIA 88 testing

Venipuncture

Clinical lab testing

Regulatory compliance

Interpersonal skills

English communication

Education

Associate degree in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science

Associate's degree in applied science (Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry) with CLIA 88 coursework

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Section Supervisor, provides ancillary support for clinical activities by performance of waived and moderately complex clinical laboratory tests as defined under CLIA 88. Position: Medical Lab Technician Department: Lab Support Services Schedule: Full Time (4pm - 12:30am, Rotational Weekends and Holidays)

JOB REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION

Requires an Associates degree from an accredited university or college in Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science or an Associate's degree in an applied science (Chemistry, Biology, Biochemistry) with sufficient coursework as defined by the Clinical Laboratory Improvement Act of 1988 (CLIA 88).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Requires the knowledge of clinical tests and standards necessary to perform moderately complex tests as defined under CLIA 88 (see appendix A) and accurately report results. Requires the analytic abilities to perform moderately complex testing as defined under CLIA 88 as listed in appendix A, to perform limited instrument calibrations, calculations and so forth. Requires the ability to maintain compliance with all regulatory agency (e.g. JC, CAP, FDA, AABB) requirements. Requires the manual/visual dexterity necessary to prepare specimens, prepare solutions, screen specimens and operate a computer software system. Requires interpersonal and English verbal and written language skills sufficient to exchange information with physicians, interact with other technologists and so forth. Requires the ability to perform venipuncture techniques. If the MLT has been performing high complexity testing at Boston Medical Center or one of its antecedent institutions prior to 7/1/96, such individuals may continue to perform high complexity testing with accompanying supervisory review within 24 hours. Such MLTs may not perform new high complexity methodologies and procedures not previously performed. As regulatory guidelines are updated, assigned duties and responsibilities will be modified to assure regulatory compliance.

Compensation Range

$25.80- $34.05 This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non-job-related characteristic.

If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

Boston Medical Center participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. As an E-Verify employer, prospective employees of BMC must complete a background check before beginning their employment at the hospital.

BMC requires all staff to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and flu, as well as receive a booster dose of the COVID-19 vaccine.