Senior Medical Technologist | Microbiology & Molecular Lead

Optum; Dedham (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401k

Job summary

Atrius Health, part of the Optum family, seeks a Medical Technologist II to join the Laboratory team at our Dedham location. The role involves performing routine and specialized laboratory assays, ensuring quality control, and contributing to CAP survey readiness.

Hours are full-time, Monday–Friday, with a shift from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Qualified candidates hold a BS in a chemical/clinical laboratory science, BLS (ACLS preferred for certain specialties), and have strong data interpretation and

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in chemical, physical, clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) strongly preferred. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) may be required based on specialty
• Proven ability to use all electronic tools and applications relevant to the performance of the duties of the position, including but not limited to phone, keyboard, computer and computer applications
• Proven to perform all job functions in compliance with applicable federal, state, local and company policies and procedures

Responsibilities

• Performs various chemical, microscopic and/or bacteriologic tests to obtain data used in diagnosis and treatment of disease.
• Executes and analyzes tests in chemistry, hematology, morphology, cytology, urinalysis, serology, histology or bacteriology.
• Operates various analytic devices used in performing complex testing and sampling.
• Interprets and correlates test results with patient history, diagnosis and clinical condition.
• Performs quality control studies to ensure accuracy of clinical data.
• Performs routine preventative maintenance on assigned instruments and equipment.
• Records on instrument logs any repairs, replacement and maintenance needed of equipment.
• Assists in CAP survey documentation and CAP inspection preparedness
• Functions as team lead and provides technical guidance and workflow oversight as directed

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in chemical, physical, clinical laboratory science or medical technology

Job description

Atrius Health, part of the Optum family, seeks a Medical Technologist II to join the Laboratory team at our Dedham location. The role involves performing routine and specialized laboratory assays, ensuring quality control, and contributing to CAP survey readiness.

Hours are full-time, Monday–Friday, with a shift from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Qualified candidates hold a BS in a chemical/clinical laboratory science, BLS (ACLS preferred for certain specialties), and have strong data interpretation and