Medical Laboratory Scientist II

3200 North Shore Medical Center, Inc.; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist II for the North Shore Medical Center, on-site in Salem, MA. The role combines testing and supervisory responsibilities under CLIA, with a focus on accurate specimen processing, result interpretation, and documentation.

Starting pay is $32.37/hour, with opportunities for advancement and a comprehensive benefits package. Requires a Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field and ASCP certification with 1–2 years of lab

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology or related field required; ASCP-BOC certification preferred/required.
• Experience in a clinical laboratory setting 1–2 years preferred.
• Strong knowledge of laboratory equipment and QC procedures.

Responsibilities

• Follow procedures for specimen handling, testing, reporting and record keeping.
• Maintain proficiency testing and quality control records.
• Adhere to QC policies and calibrations; document corrective actions.
• Identify problems affecting test performance and notify supervisors.
• Document corrective actions for deviations.
• Rotates every third weekend and holidays.
• May participate in training and competency assessments of staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lab techniques

Independent work

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology

ASCP certification

Job description

Site: North Shore Medical Center, Inc. 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 Starting Rate: $32.37/hour Full time-Day shift Chemistry Summary The Medical Laboratory Scientist II functions as both Testing Personnel and, when delegated, a General Supervisor under CLIA regulations. Under general supervision, the incumbent performs waived and non-waived testing in accordance with laboratory policies and standard operating procedures, ensuring accurate specimen processing, test performance, result interpretation, documentation, and reporting. In a supervisory capacity, the Medical Laboratory Scientist II may may be delegated to oversee daily laboratory operations and testing personnel, including quality control review, staff training and competency assessment, inventory management, and oversight of assigned workstations, while ensuring all testing is performed by qualified personnel authorized by the Laboratory Director based on their education, training, experience, and technical competency.

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 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.
• Rotates every third weekend and holiday as assigned.
• May participate in training of new employees/students.
• May participate in competency assessment of technical staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology required or Bachelor's Degree Laboratory Sciences required and Other Certificate/Diploma Clinical 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) required

Experience lab experience 1-2 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must have an understanding of laboratory equipment and its operation, maintenance and repair and analytic techniques.
• Must have the ability to work independently, evaluate situations and act appropriately.
• Ability to multi-task 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.
• Basic knowledge of federal, state and accreditation requirements.

Additional Job Details (if applicable) 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 81 Highland Avenue Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Day (United States of America) Pay Range $32.37 - $38.70/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.

EEO Statement: 3200 North Shore Medical Center, Inc. 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 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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