Per Diem-Medical Lab Scientist

Position Summary
Performs a variety of routine and highly specialized diagnostic tests and specialized procedures. Assures quality of the results and communicates relevance of results to other health care professionals.

• Performing a variety of moderate and highly complex and diagnostic laboratory testing under general supervision in the laboratory
• May perform specialized procedures in special laboratory sections unique to each laboratory's discipline
• Evaluating whether the results are abnormal/critical and takes appropriate action internally/externally according to laboratory guidelines
• Recording results of tests with all supporting documentation for clinical interpretation
• Performing regularly scheduled quality control, preventative maintenance, and calibration of equipment according to laboratory guidelines. Performs all troubleshooting and repair
• Participating in department continuing education including training program expanding scope of knowledge
• Providing general assistance to less experienced laboratory personnel
• Communicating principle/theory to physicians and other professional staff
• Ensuring accurate test results by following good lab practices. Can identify problems as if unsure of resolution seeks appropriate assistance
• Performing a variety of special projects and additional work as needed/assigned

• Associate's degree in Medical Technology or Medical Lab Science required
• Bachelor's degree AND successful completion of an ASCP/NAACLA accredited Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science program preferred

• 2 years of Clinical Laboratory experience and an Associate's degree OR no experience with Bachelor's degree required
• 3 years Clinical Laboratory experience preferred

• National certification preferred

The posted pay range is Boston Children's reasonable and good-faith expectation for this pay at the time of posting.

Any base pay offer provided depends on skills, experience, education, certifications, and a variety of other job-related factors. Base pay is one part of a comprehensive benefits package that includes flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.