Medical Laboratory Scientist - Blood Bank, Day Shift

Davita Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading teaching hospital's Blood Bank as a Medical Laboratory Scientist. You will conduct vital blood tests, maintain laboratory records, and ensure compliance with quality control procedures. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in Science or Medical Technology and possess ASCP certification. Embrace the opportunity to make a difference in patient care while enjoying competitive compensation, including a $10,000 sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science or Medical Technology required.
• ASCP Certification or Eligibility required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts tests on blood samples to ensure proper transfusion.
• Maintains accurate records of equipment maintenance and quality control.
• Participates in continuing education programs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Technical skills

Education

Bachelors Degree in Science or Medical Technology

Job description

Medical Laboratory Scientist, Blood Bank - Dayshift
6 AM to 2:30 PM
We're offering a generous sign-on bonus of $10,000 to eligible candidates who join our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're excited to discuss the details of this bonus during the interview process.
Job Summary
The Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) is the original and largest teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School. The MGH Blood Bank is an FDA-licensed, AABB-accredited full-service facility that issues over 70,000 blood components annually. We are committed to delivering the highest quality and safest care possible for every patient. Consider joining our team!
The Medical Technologist I functions independently under the direction of the Laboratory Supervisor or Senior Medical Technologist.
Responsibilities:
Conducts basic and advanced tests on blood samples, both donor and patient, to ensure proper transfusion of blood and blood products. At an intermediate level, recognizes and resolves discrepancies observed in blood specimens or laboratory equipment; determines procedures to be followed according to preliminary serological results of the specimens; maintains records of transfusions.
Gains experience and develops a working knowledge by performing routine and complex procedures utilizing complex instrumentation and manual methods.
Responsible for the accuracy, interpretation, and reporting of results.
Performs and keeps accurate records of equipment maintenance and quality control.
Refers problems and unusual results to appropriate personnel.
Performs clerical and support services as needed.
Responds to customer needs and requests.
Participates in proficiency testing of unknowns and internal and external continuing education.
Participates in continuing education programs related to laboratories.

Qualifications:

1. Bachelors Degree in Science or Medical Technology required

2. ASCP Certification or Eligible based required

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.