New 
Medical Laboratory Scientist II, Microbiology Generalist- Day
 Brigham & Women's Faulkner Hospital | |
 United States, Massachusetts, Boston | |
| 1133 Centre Street (Show on map) | |
 Apr 17, 2025 | |
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We're offering a generous sign-on bonus of $10,000 to eligible candidates who join our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're excited to discuss the details of this bonus during the interview process.
Summary The Medical Laboratory Scientist II, in their role as Testing Personnel as defined by CLIA, may perform waived and non-waived testing. Under general supervision, they carry out all policies and perform all tests in accordance with the department's standard operating procedures. They work independently in an efficient and organized manner to assure accurate results and records. The work requires a professional level of knowledge to read and interpret test results accurately, which are used by providers in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. The Medical Laboratory Scientist II, in their role as General Supervisor as defined by CLIA, may be delegated the responsibility of the day-to-day supervision or oversight of the laboratory operations and personnel performing testing and reporting results. Under the general supervision of the Laboratory Manager and Clinical Supervisors, the Medical Laboratory Scientist II is responsible for supervision of assigned workstations, including quality control (QC) review, training, competency assessment of staff, and inventory management. The testing personnel are responsible for specimen processing, test performance, and for reporting test results. Each individual performs only those tests that are authorized by the laboratory director and require a degree of skill commensurate with the individual's education, training or experience, and technical abilities. Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions As outlined by CLIA, after successful completion of orientation, training, and competency assessment on all instruments and methods applicable to their role: 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 and 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 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 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) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) preferred 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 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. - Basic knowledge of federal, state and accreditation requirements. Physical Requirements Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity 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. | |