Medical Laboratory Scientist II - Waltham
Mass General BrighamAbout the role
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
Waltham Lab, Core Lab.10 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F. No weekends.
Summary
The Medical Laboratory Scientist II, in their role as Testing Personnel as defined by CLIA, may perform both waived and non-waived testing. Under general supervision, they carry out all policies and perform all tests in accordance with departmental Standard Operating Procedures. They work independently in an efficient and organized manner to ensure accurate results and records. This role requires a professional level of knowledge to accurately read and interpret test results used by providers in diagnosing and treating diseases.
As General Supervisor as defined by CLIA, the Medical Laboratory Scientist II may be delegated responsibility for the day-to-day supervision or oversight of laboratory operations and the personnel performing testing and reporting results. Under the general supervision of the Laboratory Manager and Clinical Supervisors, they are also responsible for supervising assigned workstations, including Quality Control (QC) review, staff training, competency assessments, and inventory management.
Testing personnel are responsible for specimen processing, test performance, and reporting of results. Each individual performs only those tests authorized by the laboratory director that require a level of skill aligned with their education, training, experience, and technical abilities.
Does this position require patient care?
No
Essential Functions
After completion of orientation, training, and competency assessment on instruments and methods applicable to their role, the Medical Laboratory Scientist II must:
Follow the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting, and record maintenance.
Maintain records demonstrating that proficiency testing samples are analyzed in the same manner as patient samples.
Adhere to quality control policies and document all QC activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance performed.
Follow established corrective action policies whenever test systems fall outside acceptable performance ranges.
Identify issues that may adversely affect test performance or results, and either correct them or promptly notify the appropriate supervisor or director.
Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from established performance specifications.
Qualifications
Education
Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology required or Bachelor's Degree Laboratory Sciences required and Other Certificate/Diploma Clinical Laboratory Sciences required
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Medical Technologist (ASCP) [MLT, MT, MLA, Histologists] - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) required
Experience
lab experience 1-2 years required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Must have an understanding of laboratory equipment and its operation, maintenance and repair and analytic techniques.
- Must have the ability to work independently, evaluate situations and act appropriately.
- Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
- Must have the ability to pay careful attention to detail and to adhere to written protocols, including communication with supervisors when issues are identified.
- Must be able to perform as a team member.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to interact professionally and effectively with numerous staff, including physicians, hospital personnel, employees, and patients.
- Basic knowledge of federal, state and accreditation requirements.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
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