Medical Laboratory Scientist I, Chemistry
Mass General Brigham
Summary
The Medical Laboratory Scientist I, in their role as Testing Personnel as defined by CLIA, are responsible for specimen processing, test performance, and for reporting waived and non-waived test results. Under general supervision, each individual performs only those tests that are authorized by the laboratory manager and require a degree of skill commensurate with the individual's education, training or experience, and technical abilities.
Job description
Responsibilities
- Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results.
- Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples.
- Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance performed.
- Follow the laboratory's established corrective action policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
- Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either must correct the problems or immediately 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.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Medical Technology, or Laboratory Sciences required.
- Medical Technologist (ASCP) certification preferred; eligibility required.
- 1-2 years of lab experience preferred.
- Must have basic understanding of laboratory equipment and its operation, maintenance and repair and analytic techniques.
- Ability to multitask 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.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Sciences, Medical Technology, or Laboratory Sciences required
- Medical Technologist (ASCP) certification preferred; eligibility required
- 1-2 years of lab experience preferred
- Basic understanding of laboratory equipment operation, maintenance, and repair
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Attention to detail and adherence to written protocols
- Teamwork skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Professional interaction with physicians, hospital personnel, employees, and patients
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus
- Competitive base pay
- Comprehensive benefits
- Career advancement opportunities
- Differentials
- Premiums
- Recognition programs
Company overview
Mass General Brigham is one of the largest integrated healthcare delivery systems in the United States, formed through the merger of Massachusetts General Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital. Based in Boston, Massachusetts, this academic medical center system operates multiple hospitals, specialty facilities, and community health centers throughout New England. The organization is renowned for its world-class patient care, cutting-edge medical research, and comprehensive medical education programs. As a teaching affiliate of Harvard Medical School, Mass General Brigham trains the next generation of healthcare professionals while advancing medical science through groundbreaking research initiatives. The system provides a full continuum of healthcare services, from primary care and preventive medicine to complex specialty treatments and emergency services. With a focus on innovation and patient-centered care, Mass General Brigham consistently ranks among the top hospital systems in the nation for clinical excellence and research output.