Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist, Reference Lab

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist for the day shift. The role involves overseeing laboratory operations, ensuring adherence to quality control standards, and interpreting test results vital for patient care. A generous sign-on bonus is offered, emphasizing the value placed on experienced candidates.

Benefits

Generous sign-on bonus of $10,000

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required.
• Medical Technologist (ASCP) certification required.
• 3-5 years of lab experience required.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for specimen processing and test performance.
• Oversee daily lab operations and manage workstations.
• Adhere to quality control policies and correct deviations.

Skills

Quality Control

Specimen Processing

Data Interpretation

Education

Bachelor's Degree Clinical Laboratory Sciences

Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology

Bachelor's Degree Laboratory Sciences

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

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

Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist, Dayshift
7 AM to 3:30 PM

We’re offering a generous sign-on bonus of $10,000 to eligible candidates who join our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we’re excited to discuss the details of this bonus during the interview process.

Summary
As required by CLIA, testing personnel are responsible for specimen processing, test performance, and reporting test results. Each individual is authorized to perform only those tests approved by the laboratory director and requiring a level of skill corresponding to their education, training, experience, and technical abilities. The individual works independently, efficiently, and in an organized manner to ensure accurate results and records. This position demands professional knowledge to accurately interpret test results, which are critical for providers in diagnosing and treating diseases.

The Medical Laboratory Scientist, Senior I, in their role as Technical Supervisor, Technical Consultant, or General Supervisor as defined by CLIA, may be entrusted with overseeing the technical aspects of the laboratory. This includes day-to-day supervision and oversight of laboratory operations 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 managing assigned workstations, including Quality Control (QC) review, training, competency assessments, and inventory management.

Does this position require Patient Care?
No

Essential Functions

After successful 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 proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples.
Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, documenting all quality control activities, instrument calibrations, and maintenance performed.
Follow the laboratory's corrective action policies and procedures whenever test systems fall outside established acceptable performance levels.
Be capable of identifying issues that may affect test performance or result reporting, and either correct the problem or promptly notify the general supervisor, technical consultant, technical supervisor, clinical consultant, or director.
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) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) required

Experience
lab experience 3-5 years required

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Physical Requirements

Standing Frequently (34-66%)

Walking Frequently (34-66%)

Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)

Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)

Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs

Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)

Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)

Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)

Balancing Frequently (34-66%)

Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)

Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)

Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)

Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)

Reaching Frequently (34-66%)

Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)

Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)

Feeling Constantly (67-100%)

Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)

Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)

Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)

Talking Constantly (67-100%)

Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

90 Blossom Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642. 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.