Medical Laboratory Scientist, PT Night - Chemistry

Job Description - Medical Laboratory Scientist, PT Night - Chemistry (3307566)

Medical Lab Scientist

Part Time

11:00 PM to 7:00 AM

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The Medical Technologist in the Chemistry Lab performs chemical tests on patient specimens to provide vital information to medical staff for diagnostic or interpretive purposes and performs this testing following prescribed methods and procedures and meeting established deadlines.

The Medical Technologist reports to the Laboratory Supervisor of the area in which he or she is working.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs procedures utilizing automated instrumentation and manual methods.
• Responsible for the accuracy, interpretation, and reporting of results with supervisor review as appropriate.
• Perform basic laboratory procedures and an expanded scope of testing independently, accurately, efficiently, and according to approved procedures.
• Perform and document quality control and corrective action on all procedures accurately and according to approved protocol.
• Document and enter test information accurately.
• Recognize factors that affect measurements and results and take appropriate action according to predetermined protocols.
• Recognize abnormal results and refer them to designated supervisory personnel.
• Perform and keep accurate records of equipment maintenance and quality control.
• Refer problems and unusual results to appropriate personnel.
• Perform clerical and support services as needed.
• Respond to customer needs and requests.
• Participate in proficiency testing according to lab policy.
• Participate in continuing education programs related to laboratories.
• Collect specimens from Central Processing and separate/deliver specimens to proper testing stations.
• Prepare reagents and controls used in conducting blood and urine tests (requires pipetting skills).
• Operate and maintain a variety of laboratory equipment such as centrifuges and automated blood analyzers.
• Measure specimens and/or reagents quantitatively using pipettes, making necessary dilutions in accordance with standard procedures using manual or automated methods. May prepare solutions and reagents used in conducting patient tests.
• Perform automated and manual testing in chemistry and blood gas departments. Consult with supervisory technologist regarding difficult analyses or abnormal findings.
• Record all results of tests per procedure. Operate computer terminals to enter and retrieve pertinent laboratory information and reports, corrects inaccurate laboratory data.
• Call critical patient results per lab and hospital policy and document all calls completely and in a timely manner.
• Communicate effectively with all laboratory and hospital staff, patients, and outside locations.
• Follow all safety (including infection control and hazardous material) policies and procedures. Notify supervisor of unsafe conditions.
• Successfully participate in safety education and all required competency activities.
• Perform interpretation of patient and quality control results accurately.
• Ensure patient results are not released until remedial actions are completed and documented.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology or Clinical Lab Science and certification eligible.

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.

Primary Location

MGH Main Campus, 55 Fruit Street, Boston 02114

Job

Medical Technologist/MLT

Organization

Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH)

Schedule

Part-time

Standard Hours: 24

Shift

Night Job

Employee Status

Regular

Recruiting Department: MGH Pathology/Clinical Labs