Medical Lab Technician (MLT), Microbiology, 40hrs

Beth-Israel-Lahey-Health; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health in Woburn, MA is seeking a Full-time Evening Medical Technician to join the Laboratory team. You will perform clinical laboratory tests as ordered, ensuring timely and accurate results for clinicians.

The role emphasizes quality control, instrument maintenance, specimen integrity, and timely documentation in the electronic medical records system. You may supervise in the absence of leads and support our safety culture.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in science field required; preferred in Laboratory Science.
• Medical Technician registry eligible; preferred registered (ASCP or applicable).
• HEW or military certification grandfathered prior to 1980.

Responsibilities

• Performs tests using manual methods or automated instrumentation with attention to accuracy.
• Performs quality control checks and equipment maintenance.
• Inputs quality control and patient results into the electronic medical records system.
• Expedites stat and critical results to clinicians.
• Troubleshoots test anomalies and system problems to ensure accurate results.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment and documentation for regulatory compliance.
• Addresses supply and equipment issues to ensure ongoing operations.
• Supports supervision in absence of Section Supervisor and Lead Techs.

Skills

Quality control

Equipment maintenance

Troubleshooting

EMR data entry

Specimen handling

Education

Associate degree in science

Associate degree in Laboratory Science

Medical Technician registry eligible

Tools

Automated instrumentation

EMR system

Job description

Woburn, MA • Winchester Hospital • Full-time • EveningWhen you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.Contributes to the Hospital’s mission by performing various clinical laboratory tests as requested in physician orders. This clinical professional position impacts patient care by performing accurate tests as prescribed by the physician in a timely manner so clinicians receive accurate result expediently enabling them to provide the best possible care.Job Description:QUALIFICATIONSEducation:Required: Associates degree in a science fieldPreferred: Associates degree in Laboratory Science from an accredited programGrandfathered Qualifications:HEW or military certification acquired prior to 1980LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS, CERTIFICATIONS:Required: Medical Technician registry eligiblePreferred: Medical Technician registered (ASCP or applicable)JOB FUNCTIONSAs part of the Laboratory team, this position:Prepares specimen depending on lab orderPerforms tests using both/either manual methods or automated instrumentation which require fine motor coordination and manual dexterity. Ensures specimen integrity throughout the process.Performs quality control checks and equipment maintenance, adhering to high quality standards.Responds to supply and equipment issues timely to ensure optimum operations and equipment quality and long-term equipment maintenance and life.Reviews and Inputs quality control and patient results into the electronic medical records system in a timely manner so clinicians and patients get their results as quickly a possible. Expedites results to clinicians for stat and critical results.Troubleshoot test anomalies and system problems in a logical manner to ensure accurate tests.Maintains a clean and safe work environment presenting a professional impression of facilities and fostering our culture of safety.Maintain documentation, reports and quality checks to ensure the laboratory is in compliance with regulatory agencies, accreditation and Hospital policies and procedures.Runs report to verify optimal operational performance.Takes status and result requests and other questions from patients and clinicians in a timely and professional manner.Provides clinical guidance and training to hospital clinicians and physicians on Laboratory policies and procedures.Reviews supplies inventory, communicates supply needs and rotates supplies when new stocking is received.In the absence of the Section Supervisor and Lead Techs, may be the technologist in charge of the shift, resolving operational and clinical issues in a timely manner. Addresses immediate performance concerns and communicates issues to the Section Supervisor as appropriate.Pay Range:$36.00 – $48.45The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledJob detailsEmployment: Full-timeHours/Week: 40Shift: EveningCategory: LaboratoryPay Range: $36.00 - $48.45FLSA: Non-ExemptReq ID: JR102414