Medical Laboratory Technologist, Microbiology – Part-Time Days (Potential Hematology/Chemistry Coverage)

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Exeter (NH); On-site; USD 53,000 - 71,000; Part time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a part-time Medical Laboratory professional to perform and assess qualitative and quantitative tests on blood, urine and other specimens. The schedule is 24 hours per week with every other Saturday rotation; no Sunday coverage required.

Required education includes a Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or related field, with 1–3 years of related experience. ASCP/AMT/HEW eligibility and obtaining within 1 year of DOH are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or related field required.
• 1–3 years of directly related laboratory experience preferred.
• ASCP, AMT, HEW or eligible; must obtain within 1 year of DOH.

Responsibilities

• Performs qualitative and quantitative tests using automated instrumentation or manual methods per established procedures.
• Conducts quality assurance procedures including quality control testing, instrument function checks and calibrations; documents results.
• Assesses accuracy of results using scientific principles and identifies causes of irregular findings.
• Maintains records of tests and final results for patient care inquiries.
• Troubleshoots instruments and resolves technical problems; documents corrective actions.
• May assist in instructing students and laboratory personnel in diagnostic techniques.
• Performs phlebotomy according to established protocols.
• Performs order entry and specimen receipt; provides customer service.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Phlebotomy

Quality assurance

Laboratory testing

Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science

Bachelor's degree or equivalent - related field

Job description

Job Description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives. Performs and assesses validity of qualitative and quantitative tests and examinations used in the analysis, diagnosis and treatment of disease utilizing various analyzers or manual methods on specimen sources such as blood, urine and other body fluids. The schedule is as follows: Part Time (24) hours per week & every other Saturday rotation. No Sunday coverage is required.

Major Responsibilities

• Performs qualitative and quantitative tests and examinations using automated instrumentation or manual methods using established procedures.
• Performs established quality assurance procedures (quality control testing, instrument function checks and calibrations); maintains appropriate documentation; investigates and resolves deviations from expected performance.
• Assesses accuracy and validity of obtained test results by applying knowledge of relevant scientific principles, recognized changes that are critical to patient care, identified probably causes for irregular and atypical findings.
• Maintains records of tests and examinations and final results for all record functions and inquiries related to patient care.
• Troubleshoots instruments and resolves technical problems whenever possible, documents corrective actions and reports problems to the department Supervisor or Manager as appropriate.
• May assist in instructing students and laboratory personnel in the principles and techniques of diagnostic tests and examinations.
• Performs phlebotomy according to established protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Performs order entry and specimen receipt; provides customer service to all customers of the laboratory.

Education

Bachelors Degree or equivalent - Directly related field.

Experience

Years of Experience - 1 to 3 years Directly related.

License and Certification

ASCP, AMT, HEW or eligible. Must obtain within 1 year of DOH.

Additional Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Science or Equivalent.

Pay Range

$38.52 - $51.84. The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

Company Culture and Equal Opportunity

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.