Medical Laboratory Scientist/Medical Laboratory Technician - Per Diem

Care New England; Warwick, Northern (RI, KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Care New England is seeking a Medical Technologist to analyze and interpret specimens for diagnosis and treatment. You will perform qualitative and quantitative analyses, operate and calibrate complex instrumentation, and ensure quality control across daily testing.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in medical technology or related science and ASCP/NCA certification, with at least six months of related experience. Applicants join a trusted health system committed to high standards of care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical technology or a related science.
• ASCP or NCA certification is required.
• Minimum six months of related job experience or equivalent.
• Ability to perform qualitative and quantitative analysis.

Responsibilities

• Analyze specimens for detection, diagnosis and treatment per procedures.
• Perform qualitative and quantitative analyses of patient specimens.
• Operate and calibrate biomedical instrumentation; maintain quality assurance.
• Conduct daily quality control and document results.
• Review test results for accuracy and enter data into the system.
• Maintain inventory to ensure uninterrupted service.

Skills

Quality control

Specimen analysis

Instrument operation

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's in Medical Tech

ASCP or NCA certification

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for analyzing, evaluating and interpreting various specimens for the detection, diagnosis and treatment of a variety of medical conditions.

Duties & Responsibilities

Perform qualitative and quantitative analysis of patient specimens according to established procedures. Perform specimen collection and other specimen handling duties as needed.

Operate complex biomedical electronic instrumentation including calibration, maintenance, quality assurance and troubleshooting.

Perform and analyze quality control procedures including daily testing, recording, problem resolution and compiling reports to assure accuracy of all results.

Review and verify the accuracy of tests results before entering into information system.

Maintain a proper inventory of supplies needed in order to provide continuous service, minimizing downtime.

Evaluate test results for accuracy, reportability and clinical significance and report accordingly.

Maintain current knowledge of specialty by attending seminars, in-services and reading journals.

Evaluate new methodologies and instrumentation under the guidance of the Section Chief and report findings and recommendations.

Assume supervisory responsibilities in absence of Department Head. Orient and train new employees/students.

Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

A Bachelor’s degree in Medical technology or Specific Science and a minimum of six months job-related experience or equivalent is required. ASCP or NCA is also required.

About Us

Care New England Health System (CNE)and its member institutions, Butler Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital, Kent Hospital, VNA of Care New England, Integra, The Providence Center, and Care New England Medical Group, is a trusted, integrated health care organization that fuels the latest advances in medical research, attracts the nation’s top specialty-trained doctors, hones renowned services and innovative programs, and engages in the important discussions people need to have about their health and end-of-life wishes. Care New England is helping to transform the future of health care, providing a leading voice in the ongoing effort to ensure the health of the individuals and communities we serve.

EEO Statements

Americans with Disability Act Statement: External and internal applicants, as well as position incumbents who become disabled must be able to perform the essential job-specific functions either unaided or with the assistance of a reasonable accommodation, to be determined by the organization on a case-by-case basis.

EEOC Statement: Care New England is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status

Ethics Statement: Employee conducts himself/herself consistent with the ethical standards of the organization including, but not limited to hospital policy, mission, vision, and values.