Medical Laboratory Scientist 1 - Chemistry, Per Diem Weekend

The General Hospital Corporation; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 56,000; Part time

Job summary

The General Hospital Corporation is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist I to perform specimen processing and testing duties in a CLIA-regulated environment. Per diem weekend shifts, starting at $33/hour with experience- and credential-based differentials.

Responsibilities include testing, reporting results, maintaining records, and adherence to quality control policies under supervision. Eligible for ASCP certification is preferred; on-site position at 90 Blossom Street, Boston, MA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences required or Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology required or Bachelor's Degree Laboratory Sciences required
• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
• ASCP (MLT/MT/MLA) preferred; eligibility required

Responsibilities

• Follow procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and record-keeping.
• Maintain records demonstrating proficiency testing samples are tested like patient samples.
• Adhere to quality control policies, document calibrations and maintenance.
• Follow corrective action policies when test systems are out of spec.
• Identify problems that may affect test performance and notify supervisor or director.
• Document corrective actions when test systems deviate from specifications.

Skills

Laboratory testing

CLIA compliance

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's Degree Clinical Laboratory Sciences

Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology

Bachelor's Degree Laboratory Sciences

Job description

Job Summary

Schedule: Per Diem Weekend shift, every third weekend as needed.

Starting rate is $33/hour. Hourly pay is based on experience, education, and certifications, plus additional differentials, premiums, and incentives where applicable.

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.

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.
• Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.

Qualifications

Education

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

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

• Medical Technologist (ASCP) [MLT, MT, MLA, Histologists] - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) preferred. Eligibility required.

Experience

• Lab experience preferred.

Additional Job Details

• Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

90 Blossom Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$33.00 - $40.70/Hourly

Grade

6

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. Our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement:

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national ori