Senior Medical Lab Scientist, Chemistry - Dayshift

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior Medical Lab Scientist to enhance patient care through expert laboratory practices. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for selecting test methodologies, ensuring quality control, and training laboratory personnel. This position offers a chance to contribute to groundbreaking medical advancements within a diverse and inclusive environment. Join a team that values your unique background and perspective, and be part of a mission dedicated to excellence in healthcare. If you are passionate about making a difference in patient outcomes and thrive in a collaborative setting, this opportunity is for you.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years clinical laboratory experience required.
• Must possess ASCP certification or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Select appropriate test methodology and verify test procedures.
• Establish quality control programs and resolve technical problems.
• Evaluate training needs and competency of testing personnel.

Skills

Clinical Laboratory Experience

Test Methodology Selection

Quality Control Program Management

Technical Problem Resolution

Training and Competency Evaluation

Education

Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science

Bachelor's in Chemical, Physical, or Biological Science

Job description

Site: Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc.

At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission - from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.

At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.

Job Summary

Senior Medical Lab Scientist

8 AM to 4:30 PM, M-F

About Brigham & Women's Faulkner Hospital

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, an affiliate of Mass General Brigham, is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve. Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital is a 171-bed non-profit, community teaching hospital located in Jamaica Plain directly across the street from the Arnold Arboretum. Founded in 1900, Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital offers comprehensive care in a wide variety of specialties.

Role and Responsibility:

Reports to: Clinical Manager and Clinical Supervisor

1. Responsible for the selection of test methodology appropriate for the clinical use of the test results.
2. Responsible for the verification of the test procedures performed and the establishment of the laboratory's test performance characteristics, including the precision and accuracy of each test and test system.
3. Responsible for ensuring enrollment and participation in a CMS-approved proficiency testing (PT) program for the testing performed; ensuring PT samples are tested in accordance with the CLIA requirements, and that PT results are returned within the time frames established by the PT program; PT reports are reviewed by the appropriate staff, including Medical Director, and corrective action plans are followed when PT results are unacceptable or unsatisfactory.
4. Responsible for establishing a quality control program appropriate for the testing performed and establishing the parameters for acceptable levels of analytical performance, ensuring these levels are maintained throughout the entire testing process.
5. Responsible for resolving technical problems and ensuring that remedial actions are taken whenever test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.
6. Responsible for ensuring that patient test results are not reported until corrective actions have been taken and the test system is functioning properly.
7. Responsible for identifying the training needs and assuring that each individual performing tests receives regular in-service training and education appropriate for the type and complexity of laboratory services provided.
8. Responsible for evaluating the competency of all testing personnel and assuring that staff maintain their competency to perform test procedures and report test results promptly, accurately, and proficiently.
9. Responsible for evaluating and documenting the performance of individuals at least semi-annually during their first year and annually thereafter unless test methodology or instrumentation changes; in that case, performance must be reevaluated to include the use of the new test methodology or instrumentation.
10. Additional Responsibilities under the Direction of the Clinical Manager and Clinical Supervisor.

The Medical Laboratory Scientist Senior I (MLS Senior I), in their role as Testing Personnel as defined by CLIA, may perform waived and non-waived testing. 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.

Qualifications

• Education: Minimum: Must possess a minimum of a Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or Chemical, Physical, or Biological science from an accredited college or university.
• Licenses and Certifications: ASCP certification or equivalent required.
• Work Experience: Clinical Laboratory experience: 4 or more years experience in a clinical hematology or core laboratory required.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type: Onsite
Work Location: 1133 Centre Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Employee Type: Regular
Work Shift: Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.