Senior Medical Lab Technologist - MT/MLT Certified

Baystate Health; Palmer (MA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Baystate Health is seeking a medical laboratory professional to perform high-complexity testing and oversee a section of the laboratory. You will verify specimens, perform assays, ensure quality control, and report results with timely communication to care teams.

The role requires AS/MLT with MT certification and 3-5 years of experience, with strong instrumentation skills and collaboration across healthcare professionals. Competitive pay ranges apply, with emphasis on accuracy and patient safety.

Qualifications

• Intermediate to advanced laboratory skills acquired through experience or clinical training.
• Excellent verbal communication and ability to interface with health care professionals.

Responsibilities

• Verify specimen appropriateness, label and identify specimens accurately.
• Perform manual or automated analytical procedures following protocols and quality control criteria.
• Report results within established Turnaround Times and communicate issues affecting results or turnaround time.
• Provide expert troubleshooting for instrumentation and assist in department training.
• Maintain documentation of work, QC, and issues in compliance with regulatory standards.
• Participate in education/training programs and support curriculum development where needed.
• Assist in updating procedures and staying current with methods through research.
• Support CAP inspection prep through checklist reviews and corrective actions.
• Adhere to corporate and Baystate Health policies and standards.

Skills

Laboratory skills

Quality control

Communication

Education

AS/MLT with MT certification

Job description

Baystate Health is seeking a medical laboratory professional to perform high-complexity testing and oversee a section of the laboratory. You will verify specimens, perform assays, ensure quality control, and report results with timely communication to care teams.

The role requires AS/MLT with MT certification and 3-5 years of experience, with strong instrumentation skills and collaboration across healthcare professionals. Competitive pay ranges apply, with emphasis on accuracy and patient safety.