Medical Technologist II, Point of Care Testing, 40hr, Mixed

UMass Memorial Health; United States; On-site; USD 49,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technologist to join our off-site and main lab teams. You will perform a full range of chemical, microscopic, and bacteriologic tests, using state-of-the-art equipment, and ensure accurate results under established quality protocols.

You will travel to offsite POCT locations, support second shift coverage, and collaborate with technologists and technicians to interpret results and improve testing processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology is required.
• ASCP MT certification is preferred.
• Three years of related experience required; travel to offsite clinics will be needed.

Responsibilities

• Follows established protocols to perform various tests, including the most complex, for an assigned area.
• Provides guidance and consultation to Medical Technologist I's and Medical Lab Technicians in the interpretation of complex or unusual test results.
• 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.
• Troubleshoots testing process discrepancies.
• Assists in development new test and quality procedures for assigned area.
• Ensures that test results meet requirements of the laboratory quality control program.
• Ensures preventative maintenance for equipment in assigned area.
• Performs moderately complex troubleshooting, repair, and modification of a wide range of complex equipment and instrumentation.
• May assist in the roll-out of new equipment and equipment modifications.
• Instructs technicians and technologists in the set-up and operation of new equipment and procedures.
• Ensures compliance with all laboratory quality and safety policies.
• Instructs students in clinical laboratory operations and procedures.
• Maintains accurate records of tests performed, using computer-based systems.

Skills

Three years of related experience

Travel to offsite clinics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology

ASCP certification as MT preferred

Tools

POCT equipment

Laboratory instrumentation

Job description

Are you a current UMass Memorial Health caregiver?

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Hiring Range: $35.50 - $54.18 (based on a full time schedule of 40 hours per week). Please note that the final offer will vary based on scheduled hours. Compensation for part-time or reduced schedules will be prorated based on scheduled weekly hours, experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

Schedule Details: Monday through Friday Scheduled Hours: 40hrs/week, mixed shift: Will need to travel to offsite clinics where POCT is located. Also must be available for second shift flex schedule when needed.

Shift: 4 - Mixed Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America) Hours: 40 Cost Center: 10020 - 3322 Point Of Care Testing Union: UFCW (United Food and Commercial Workers)

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.

Works with considerable independence to perform and interpret various chemical, microscopic, and/or bacteriologic tests to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Is fully proficient in the use of all equipment and procedures for an assigned area.

Major Responsibilities

• Follows established protocols to perform various tests, including the most complex, for an assigned area.
• Provides guidance and consultation to Medical Technologist I's and Medical Lab. Technicians in the interpretation of complex or unusual test results.
• 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.
• Troubleshoots testing process discrepancies.
• Assists in development new test and quality procedures for assigned area.
• Ensures that test results meet requirements of the laboratory quality control program.
• Ensures preventative maintenance for equipment in assigned area.
• Performs moderately complex troubleshooting, repair, and modification of a wide range of complex equipment and instrumentation.
• May assist in the roll-out of new equipment and equipment modifications.
• Instructs technicians and technologists in the set-up and operation of new equipment and procedures.
• Ensures compliance with all laboratory quality and safety policies.
• Instructs students in clinical laboratory operations and procedures.
• Maintains accurate records of tests performed, using computer-based systems.

Position Qualifications

• License/Certification/Education: Required: Bachelor’s degree or successful completion of an accredited four-year school of Medical Technology. Preferred: ASCP certification as an MT is preferred.
• Experience/Skills: Required: Three years of related experience. Will need to travel to offsite clinics where POCT is located. Also must be available for second shift flex schedule when needed.

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.

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.

At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver. No matter their responsibilities or title, every employee or "caregiver" fills an important role for our patients and their families every day.

Who is a caregiver? It's not just the person who delivers the care. It’s all the people who make it work ... and make it better. Caregivers give everything that helps patients heal, from expertise to extra attention. They give clean, comfortable rooms. Fast, accurate answers. And an easier, less stressful experience. They give warm, reassuring smiles, and helping hands. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, our community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.