Medical Laboratory Scientist - Traveler

Global Technical Talent, an Inc. 5000 Company; Pittsfield (ME); On-site; USD 71,000 - 100,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k

Job summary

Global Technical Talent, an Inc. 5000 Company, seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist – Traveler for a 3-month contract in Pittsfield, ME. The role is onsite with a 1830–0700 shift and a pay rate of $62.04 per hour (USD).

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. and sponsorship is not available. The successful candidate will handle specimen processing, QC/QA, test analyses, and reporting while maintaining documentation and compliance with CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety

Qualifications

• BS in Medical Technology or related field with appropriate licensure and credential evaluation if foreign-educated.
• Candidates should be eligible for MT/MLT certification (ASCP or AMT) and licensure as required.
• Experience in clinical laboratory operations with QC/QA and proficiency in multiple computer systems.

Responsibilities

• Follow procedures for specimen handling, processing, testing, reporting, and record keeping.
• Maintain proficiency testing records and ensure compliance with QA/QC.
• Analyze specimens using approved procedures and review test results.
• Adhere to CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines.
• Maintain records of testing on-site and manage calibration and maintenance.

Skills

Lab testing basics

Computer skills

QC/QA knowledge

Prioritization

Interdepartmental collaboration

Customer service

Patient confidentiality

Education

BS in Medical Technology

BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology

AS in Laboratory Science/Medical Technology

42 CFR 493.1433 qualification

National/State licensure

Job description

• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Medical Laboratory Scientist - Traveler

Location: Pittsfield, ME

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 3 months
• Pay Rate: $62.04 / Hour (USD)
• Shift / Schedule: 1830–0700, variable days
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

This position is for a Medical Laboratory Scientist – Traveler supporting laboratory operations in a clinical diagnostic setting. The successful candidate will demonstrate a solid understanding of basic laboratory testing, strong computer skills, the ability to adapt to working in multiple computer systems, and knowledge of QC and QA as well as all areas of the laboratory.

Key Responsibilities

• 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 specimens.
• Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures (see department SOPs).
• Review and release test results.
• Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines.
• Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and all maintenance performed.
• Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
• Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered, or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor.
• Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
• Follow the department's procedure in reporting STATS or Critical results to clients.
• If applicable, answer questions from customers or other lab personnel.
• Maintain complete records of all testing performed on-site.
• Maintain general appearance of the department.
• Make sure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and if applicable opened dates.
• Review/train on new procedures.
• Attend monthly department and any additional training/educational meetings.
• Participate in all applicable safety training sessions; know the location and contents of the safety manual; know the location/use of all applicable safety equipment.
• If needed, participate in government or regulatory agency inspections.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisor.

Required Skills

• Solid understanding of basic laboratory testing.
• Good computer skills with the ability to adapt to working in multiple computer systems.
• Knowledge of QC and QA as well as all areas of the laboratory.
• Ability to establish work priorities and handle several procedures simultaneously.
• Must interact with other departments.
• Contact with clients may be required; good customer service skills are important.
• Must protect patient confidentiality at all times.

Education Requirements

• BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology; or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology; or previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493.1433 published in March 14, 1990.
• Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation).
• United States educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript.
• A successful candidate should possess or be eligible for national certification as an MT / MLT from a recognized organization (ASCP or AMT).
• National and State licensure as required.

Required Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of clinical laboratory experience in highly complex testing required for those with BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology.
• 1 year of clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

This organization is the world's leading provider of diagnostic information services, with laboratory operations serving one in three adult Americans and supporting half of the physicians and hospitals across the United States, as well as extending internationally to deliver the diagnostic insights that drive clinical decisions, guide treatments, and ultimately save lives. With nearly 50,000 employees, this company operates at national scale while serving patients at the most personal level, employing laboratory scientists, logistics professionals, technologists, and business talent across its network. Internally, the organization has built a culture around enriching the employee experience, expanding opportunity, and elevating belonging, with eleven Employee Business Networks open to any employee providing community, advocacy, and professional connection across the organization.

Job Number: 26-16883

Industry: Healthcare

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