Medical Technologist I, Molecular, 40hr, Day

UMass Memorial Health; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 39,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

SHARE union

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health in Worcester, MA is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician/MLS to perform and interpret a wide range of tests in a clinical lab setting. The role requires an associates degree (MLT) or a bachelor’s in sciences, with CLIA high-complexity qualifications. ASCP certification is preferred.

The position is full-time, non-exempt, with 40 hours weekly, day shift, in the Molecular Diagnostics cost center, and may include a signing bonus eligibility during the interview process.

Qualifications

• Associates degree from a clinical lab science program (MLT).
• Bachelor's Degree in sciences. Degree and course work in the sciences must meet the requirements for high complexity testing as defined CLIA Sec. 493.1487 to qualify for hiring.
• ASCP certification as an MLT /MT

Responsibilities

• Follows protocols to perform a wide range of tests in an assigned area; refers to senior staff for interpretation of complex results.
• Ensures test results meet the laboratory quality control program requirements.
• Interprets and correlates test results with patient history to explain results and determine appropriate actions.
• Ensures preventative maintenance for equipment in the assigned area and performs routine troubleshooting.
• Maintains accurate records of tests performed using computer-based systems.

Education

Associates degree from a clinical lab science program (MLT)

Bachelor's Degree in sciences

Tools

ASCP certification as an MLT/MT

Job description

Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

Hiring Range:

$28.20 - $42.04

Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

Schedule Details:

Monday through Friday, Saturday

Scheduled Hours:

9am - 530pm

Shift:

1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)

Hours:

40

Cost Center:

10020 - 3392 Molecular Diagnostics

Union:

SHARE (State Healthcare and Research Employees)

This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.

Everyone Is a Caregiver

At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver - regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.

Performs and interprets various chemical, microscopic, and/or bacteriologic tests to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.

Major Responsibilities:

• Follows established protocols to perform a wide range of test in an assigned area. Refers to Medical Technologist II's or supervisory or lead staff members for assistance in the interpretation of complex or unusual test results.
• Ensures that test results meet requirements of the laboratory quality control program.
• Interprets and correlates clinical test results with patient history, diagnosis, and clinical condition in order to explain test results (normal/abnormal) so that appropriate action can be taken.
• Ensures preventative maintenance for equipment in assigned area. Performs routine troubleshooting, repair, and modification of a wide range of complex equipment and instrumentation.
• Maintains accurate records of tests performed, using computer-based systems.

Position Qualifications:

License/Certification/Education:
Required:

• Associates degree from a clinical lab science program (MLT).

-OR-

• Bachelor's Degree in sciences.
• Degree and course work in the sciences must meet the requirements for high complexity testing as defined CLIA Sec. 493.1487 to qualify for hiring.

Preferred:

• ASCP certification as an MLT /MT

Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

We're striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health - for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [e-mail]. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.