Medical Technologist

POSITION SUMMARY :

The Medical Technologist in the core lab processes and performs routine and specialized laboratory testing on blood, urine, tissue and other body fluid secretions.

Position: Medical Technologist

Department: Lab - Core

Schedule: Full Time

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES:

• Follows established procedures to perform routine, STAT or special tests recording all results accurately and meeting standards for complete and timely reporting.
• Correlates and evaluates testing with laboratory data available on an individual patient basis for the purposes of troubleshooting and triages with clinicians as needed.
• Troubleshoots methodology failures.
• Performs all required Quality Control procedures; documents results accurately; follows through appropriately on all outliers.
• Notifies Core Lab Supervisor of any unusual or unexpected results.
• Reports all critical values to the appropriate person, completes and maintains all required documentation.
• Follows all organizational, departmental, and section policies (i.e. Universal Precautions, Fire Safety, QA documentation, Hazardous Waste Collection).
• Assists with the orientation of new staff members, students, residents, Fellows, etc. as directed.
• Reports laboratory test results by using the Laboratory Information System as directed.
• Monitors and maintains instrumentation, ensures appropriate quality control and quality improvement in all aspects of laboratory function.
• Participates in investigational and correlation studies as needed.
• Transports specimens and reports as requested.

Performs other related duties as required.

(The above statements in this job description are intended to depict the general nature and level of work assigned to the employee(s) in this job. The above is not intended to represent an exhaustive list of accountable duties and responsibilities required).

JOB REQUIREMENTS

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Associate’s degree in medical technology or related science and 2 years of experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience

PREFERRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE (If none, please enter “N/A”):

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or a related science, attainment of degree within 6 months of start date.
• 2 years in an accredited blood center or transfusion service.

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS REQUIRED (If none, please enter “N/A”):

• N/A

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS PREFERRED (If none, please enter “N/A”):

• Generalist multi-categorical certification, ASCP, NCA or HEW preferred or equivalent.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES (KSAs) (If none, please enter “N/A”):

• Knowledge of complex laboratory procedures.
• Knowledge of known risk and biohazards in the lab environment.
• Communication skills sufficient to clearly, completely and accurately verbally relay laboratory data.

Compensation Range:

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, skills, and certifications/licensures as they directly relate to position requirements; as well as business/organizational needs, internal equity, and market-competitiveness. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), discretionary annual bonuses and merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family well-being.

NOTE : This range is based on Boston-area data, and is subject to modification based on geographic location.

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