Senior Med Lab Scientist Generalist

massgeneralbrigham; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking

Sign-on bonus

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist, Senior I, for night shift part-time work (20 hours/week) at North Shore Medical Center. The role requires CLIA-governed responsibilities, specimen processing, testing, and reporting under supervision.

A 10,000 USD sign-on bonus is offered, with free parking and benefits eligibility. The Senior Technologist will oversee QC, training, and documentation, ensuring accurate results and compliant operations while collaborating with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in CLS, MT, or Laboratory Sciences required.
• ASCP certification required.
• 3–5 years lab experience required.
• Night shift and 20 hours/week.

Responsibilities

• Perform specimen processing, test performance, and result reporting as per CLIA.
• Supervise assigned workstations including QC review and inventory.
• Maintain proficiency testing and ensure accurate records and QA.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Team member

Interpersonal skills

Independent working

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology

Bachelor's Degree in Laboratory Sciences

Tools

Laboratory instruments knowledge

Job description

Site: North Shore Medical Center, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Starting Rate: $35.01/hour

Generalist background strongly preferred

20 hours/week

Night Shift

Benefits eligible

Free Parking

We're offering a $10,000 sign-on bonus to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process.

Summary

As required by CLIA, the testing personnel are responsible for specimen processing, test performance, and reporting test results. Each individual performs only those tests that are authorized by the laboratory director and require a degree of skill commensurate with the individual's education, training, or experience, and technical abilities. Works independently in an efficient and organized manner to assure accurate results and records. The work requires a professional level of knowledge to read and interpret accurately test results used by providers in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. The Medical Laboratory Scientist, Senior I, in their role as Technical Supervisor, Technical Consultant, or General Supervisor as defined by CLIA, may be delegated the responsibility of the technical oversight of the laboratory, including the day-to-day supervision or oversight of the laboratory operation and personnel performing testing and reporting results. Under the general supervision of the Technical Director and Clinical Supervisors, the Senior Technologist I is responsible for supervision of assigned workstations, including Quality Control (QC) review, training, competency assessment of staff, and inventory management.

Does this position require Patient Care?

No

Essential Functions

• After success completion of orientation, training and competency assessment on all instruments/methods applicable to their role:
• 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 samples.
• Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance performed.
• Follow the laboratory's established corrective action policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
• Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, and either must correct the problems or immediately notify the general supervisor, technical consultant, technical supervisor, clinical consultant, or director; and
• Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications. 42 CFR 493.1425, 493.1495.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree Clinical Laboratory Sciences required or Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology required or Bachelor's Degree Laboratory Sciences required and

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

Medical Technologist (ASCP) [MLT, MT, MLA, Histologists] - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) required

Experience

lab experience 3-5 years required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• The knowledge, both practical and theoretical, of tests and procedures necessary to review findings and advise and direct subordinates in action.
• Demonstrates advanced level of analytical skills and judgement.
• Must have understanding of computer technology and its application to analytical procedures and quality control.
• Must have a comprehensive understanding of laboratory equipment and its operation, maintenance, and repair, and analytic techniques.
• Must have the ability to work independently, evaluate situations and act appropriately.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have the ability to pay careful attention to detail and to adhere to written protocols, including communication with supervisors when issues are identified.
• Must be able to perform as a team member.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to interact professionally and effectively with numerous staff including physicians, hospital personnel, employees, and patients.
• Advanced knowledge of federal, state and accreditation requirements.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%)

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