Medical Lab Scientist/Technologist OR Medical Lab Technician (Various Departments)

Job Description

Departments that have openings:

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• Core Lab

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• Microbiology

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• Chemistry/Hematology

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• Blood Bank

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• Flow Cytometry

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Responsibilities:

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• Demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform a variety of laboratory tests in a timely manner yielding accurate and precise results with a low error rate.

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• Ability to appropriately troubleshoot and resolve problems. Ensures that patient results are not reported until systems are functioning properly. Clearly communicates resolutions or next steps.

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• Possesses solid knowledge, skills and theory to perform job duties in the clinical laboratory.

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• Performs and evaluates quality control and instrument functioning checks using established quality control practices to assess the functioning of the test system(s). Identifies when a QC problem exists and is able to troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner.

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• Operates and maintains laboratory equipment according to established laboratory procedures and/or manufacturers recommendations, including maintaining supplies. Identifies when sample, instrument, and/or procedural problems exist and takes appropriate actions to remedy the issue.

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• Is able to appropriately troubleshoot problems and communicate resolutions or next steps.

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• Orients and trains new laboratory staff. Trains bench personnel when new procedures or systems are put into routine use. Trains MLS or MLT/CLT students in bench procedures, basic theory, and advanced skills. Helps develop teaching and training tools.

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• Demonstrates knowledge of and acts in accordance with all hospital safety requirements.

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• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

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Minimum Qualifications:

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• AS degree and minimum of 4 years of Clinical Laboratory experience or Bachelors of Science Degree and a minimum of 2 years of Clinical Laboratory experience.

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• Minimum of 2 years of relevant technical experience required.

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• Ability to work independently and adhere to deadlines and manage changing volumes.

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• Basic knowledge of computer software systems.

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Required Licensure/Certification Skills:

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• Nationally recognized certification within 1 year of date of hire.

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• ASCP preferred

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• Current BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

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Job Overview:

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• Competitive pay

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• Sign on bonus and relocation assistance

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• ALL different shifts available

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• Top healthcare systems

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• Great opportunity for growth

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If interested, please apply! Or reach out to Megan directly at 617-746-2768 or Megan@KA-recruiting.com.