Medical Laboratory Scientist I - CID

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

Job summary

The General Hospital Corporation in Boston is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist II to perform testing under CLIA guidelines, process specimens, run analyses, and report results for waived and non-waived tests. This is a day shift position with a $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.

Under supervision, you will maintain quality control, document actions, and collaborate with laboratory staff to ensure accurate, timely results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences or related field required.
• 1–2 years of lab experience required.
• ASCP-BOC certification preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written protocols.
• Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow procedures for specimen handling, testing, and result reporting.
• Maintain proficiency testing records and compare to patient results.
• Keep quality control records and calibrations up to date.
• Identify and report issues affecting test performance.
• Document corrective actions for any deviations.

Skills

Equipment operation

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences

Tools

ASCP-BOC certification

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Medical Laboratory Scientist

CID

Day Shift

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.

Summary

The Medical Laboratory Scientist II, in their role as Testing Personnel as defined by CLIA, is responsible for specimen processing, test performance, and reporting of both waived and non-waived test results. Under general supervision, each individual performs only those tests authorized by the laboratory manager and requiring a degree of skill commensurate with the individual's education, training or experience, and technical abilities.

Does this position require Patient Care?

No

Essential Functions

• Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Maintain records that demonstrate proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples.
• Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, and 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 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. (42 CFR 493.1425, 493.1495)

Qualifications

Education

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

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

Medical Technologist (ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) preferred

Experience

lab experience 1-2 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have basic understanding of laboratory equipment and its operation, maintenance and repair and analytic techniques.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have the ability to pay careful attention to detail and to adhere to written protocols, including communication with supervisors when issues are identified.
• Must be able to perform as a team member.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact professionally and effectively with numerous staff including physicians, hospital personnel, employees, and patients.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

275 Charles Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Pay Range

$33.00 - $40.70/Hourly

Grade

6

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.

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 origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status