Senior Medical Lab Scientist, Evening - Chemistry

Massachusetts General Hospital • Boston, MA, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 1m ago

Senior Medical Lab Scientist

Evening Shift

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

Responsibilities:

Reports to the Laboratory Supervisor; performs analytical tests on specimens to provide information to medical staff for diagnostic or interpretative purposes in a timely manner.
Performs tests following established policies and procedures; serves as a resource to other medical technologists.
Makes judgment as to sample suitability; performs test procedures on specimens, including selection of proper test procedures, reagents, controls, and instruments.
Calculates test findings using mathematical formulas and conversion tables; evaluates the validity of test results.
Reports any unusual findings to supervisor for final decision concerning release of results; records test results either manually or electronically into the computer.
Operates instruments such as analytical balance, multi-channel analyzers, and other specialized analyzers; aids in preventive maintenance and troubleshooting equipment malfunction.
Prepares reagents according to prescribed directions; evaluates results of quality control procedures and takes corrective action or advises Supervisor as necessary.
Provides orientation, instruction, and training of Chemistry Lab operations and procedures to laboratory staff, new employees, and medical staff as directed by Supervisor.
Serves as acting laboratory supervisor when supervisor is absent from the area.
Recommends appropriate policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment; responds to and aids in resolving any unsafe conditions.
Oversees operation of analytical instruments; communicates all equipment malfunctions or operational problems to supervisor.
Maintains and assists medical technicians in maintaining regulatory compliance in all aspects of specimen handling and testing.
Performs other duties or projects as assigned by supervisor.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Lab Science, or a related field.
Active national general certification or categorical certification in a relevant specialty.
Minimum 4 years of relevant experience as MT2 (or equivalent) in high complexity testing.
OR MT2 at MGH with two consecutive years of performance that meet expectations, including 24 hours of documented continuing education in the previous two years according to lab-specific policy.

Skills/Abilities/Competencies Required:

All of the skills and abilities required for Medical Technologist II.
Demonstrates advanced level of analytical problem solving.
Demonstrates comprehensive understanding of department policies and procedures, test principles, and equipment operation.
Ability to provide direction, guidance, and training to staff in the absence of a supervisor.
Strong independent judgment; ability to respond to urgent situations appropriately.
Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage workflow.
Ability to pay consistent attention to detail and maintain appropriate documentation.
Demonstrates customer-focused service skills.
Able to handle sensitive employee and patient information.
Advanced knowledge of safety policies and procedures specific to the lab.

Working Conditions:

Working environment is a clinical laboratory. Staff handles potentially biohazardous body fluid samples (e.g., blood, urine, CSF) from patients and animals (research samples). Work is performed in a highly structured laboratory where protective clothing (including personal protective garments and gloves) must be worn. Job requires repetitive movements and the ability to lift at least 20 pounds. No food or drink is allowed in laboratory working areas. Environment may also be noisy or crowded, with temperature variations.

EEO Statement:

Massachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.