Technologist II

Eurofins Clinical Diagnostics; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 38,572 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent full-time benefits

Medical coverage

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

A leading clinical diagnostics laboratory is seeking a Medical Technologist to perform laboratory tests, maintain equipment, and ensure quality control. Candidates should have a relevant Bachelor's degree and 0-2 years of experience. Competitive pay of $28-$30 per hour with excellent benefits including medical coverage and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science.
• 0-2 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of chemistry, biology, and bacteriology principles.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests within laboratory specialties and calculate results.
• Maintain laboratory analyzers or equipment and perform QC checks.
• Report patient results accurately using laboratory information systems.

Skills

Knowledge of medical technology principles

Strong communication skills

Analytical thinking

Skill in medical laboratory equipment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field

Job description

Eurofins USA Clinical Diagnostics is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. This listing describes a laboratory technologist role with responsibilities, qualifications, and benefits.

Responsibilities

• Following prescribed procedures, performing tests within laboratory specialties, and calculating results as necessary
• Operating, calibrating, performing performance checks, and maintaining laboratory analyzers or equipment
• Recognizing and correcting basic analyzer malfunctions; notifying management when appropriate
• Preparing reagents or media from prescribed procedures
• Evaluating media, reagents, and calibrators according to established criteria
• Conducting established quality control procedures on analytical tests, equipment, reagents, media, and products; evaluating QC results and implementing corrective actions when indicated
• Determining performance specifications for new methods
• Performing instrument maintenance, QC reagents, and kits
• Performing routine testing including assay validations
• Confirming and verifying results through knowledge of techniques, principles, and analyzers
• Monitoring quality assurance/continuous improvement programs
• Monitoring safety programs in compliance with laboratory regulations
• Using laboratory information systems or other methods to accurately report patient results
• Reviewing and following Standard Operating Procedures
• Reporting test results conforming to established procedures
• Supporting Eurofins DPT’s quality policy, objectives, and ethics
• Meeting basic expectations of Eurofins DPT’s quality management system, including good workmanship, SOP adherence, training, documentation practices, and accurate recordkeeping

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution
• If required by the State, the appropriate State License to perform clinical laboratory testing

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• 0-2 years of related experience
• Knowledge of the principles, methods, materials, equipment, and techniques of medical technology
• Knowledge of the principles of chemistry, biology, and bacteriology as related to medical technology
• Knowledge of recent developments in the field of medical technology
• Ability to perform tasks according to prescribed procedures and to make accurate observations and records of test results
• Skill in the use of medical laboratory equipment
• Strong communication skills and analytical thinking
• Performs instrument maintenance
• Performs freezer, refrigerator, and incubator maintenance
• Performs QC reagents needed for patient testing
• Competent to perform routine testing for many tests performed within the department

Environmental factors

• Lab carefully maintains all hazardous materials. All employees must abide by safety and exposure procedures, including using provided safety clothing and equipment.
• For a list of potential chemical hazards, see the appropriate SDS sheet.

Compensation and benefits

• Compensation: $28-$30 per hour
• Excellent full-time benefits including medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Employment details

• Designation: Medical Technologist / Laboratory Technologist
• Employment type: Full-time
• Seniority level: Associate
• Job function: Science

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