Salem Hospital NSMC
Medical Laboratory Scientist I, Microbiology - Evening
Salem Hospital NSMC, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Medical Laboratory Scientist Microbiology Evening Shift
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. 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. Starting pay rate is $33.00 Job Summary Medical Laboratory Scientist Microbiology Evening Shift - 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM 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. Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions 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 Education Bachelor's Degree Laboratory Sciences required or Bachelor's Degree Other required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials ASCP Certification or Certification Eligible (with proof) required. Experience Laboratory experience preferred, but will train. 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 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. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) Onsite 90 Blossom Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Evening (United States of America) Pay Range $27.40 - $39.90/Hourly Grade 6 At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. 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. Starting pay rate is $33.00 Job Summary Medical Laboratory Scientist Microbiology Evening Shift - 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM 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. Does this position require Patient Care? No Essential Functions 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 Education Bachelor's Degree Laboratory Sciences required or Bachelor's Degree Other required Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials ASCP Certification or Certification Eligible (with proof) required. Experience Laboratory experience preferred, but will train. 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 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. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%) Walking Frequently (34-66%) Sitting Occasionally (3-33%) Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3-33%) Pulling Occasionally (3-33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34-66%) Stooping Occasionally (3-33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%) Crouching Occasionally (3-33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34-66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%) Feeling Constantly (67-100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%) Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%) Talking Constantly (67-100%) Hearing Constantly (67-100%) Onsite 90 Blossom Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Evening (United States of America) Pay Range $27.40 - $39.90/Hourly Grade 6 At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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.