Medical Technologist, Microbiology

Burlington, MA, United States

Job Type: Regular

Time Type: Full time

Work Shift: Evening (United States of America)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.

Under the general supervision of the Laboratory Manager, independently performs a variety of clinical assays and the associated supporting work for use in the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease. Performs start-up, maintenance, and troubleshooting procedures on the instruments and laboratory equipment. Performs quality control and quality assurance procedures as required. Reports results via computer. May specialize in areas such as Blood Bank, Chemistry, Hematology, Immunology, Special Chemistry, Microbiology, or Laboratory Support Services. Special assignments may include training of new employees and teaching Medical Technology students. Coverage includes rotating weekends and holidays. Phlebotomy may be required.

Job Description:

Essential Duties & Responsibilities including but are not limited to:

Test Performance

Verify sample identification, acceptability of sample, and appropriateness of order according to written procedures.

Handle each specimen according to written procedure and perform follow-up procedures on rejected samples according to protocol.

Demonstrate ability to prioritize work by completing assignments according to written procedures without excessive waste within established turn around times.

Recognize and evaluate unusual or unreasonable results. Consult with manager or appropriate personnel about abnormal findings, unusual combinations or difficult analyses.

Record laboratory results (observations/interpretations/calculations) on worksheets, verify results are entered into the laboratory computer system correctly, and report STAT and critical values according to protocol.

Perform and document required QC/QA procedures according to established protocols. Interpret results to determine existing or potential out of control situations. Notify manager and/or QC coordinator.

Perform surveys by testing, recording, and reporting results accurately.

Perform scheduled maintenance and required documentation on instruments and equipment. Notify manager and/or PM coordinator of unresolved problems.

Assist as appropriate in teaching laboratory techniques to new colleagues and students.

Fiscal Management

Contribute to department goal of optimization of resources and revenue enhancement.

Maintain appropriate inventory.

General Expectations including but are not limited to:

Personal Actions

Incorporate Lahey Clinic Guiding Principles and Mission Statement and Goals into daily activities.

Comply with all Lahey Clinic and department specific policies.

Follow established safety procedures as stated in the Laboratory Safety and Infection Control Manuals.

Participate in and successfully complete Mandatory Education.

Comply with behavioral expectations of the department and Lahey Clinic.

Establish and maintain courteous and effective interactions with patients and colleagues.

Demonstrate an understanding of job description, performance expectations, and competency assessment.

Demonstrate a commitment toward meeting and exceeding the needs of our customers and consistently adhere to our customer service standards.

Demonstrate commitment to stay current in scientific knowledge by completing 6 hrs/yr of continuing education.

Participate in departmental and/or interdepartmental quality improvement activities.

Performs all other duties as needed or directed to meet the needs of the department.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Baccalaureate degree including laboratory internship at an institution certified by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS). Or Associates degree including laboratory internship at an institution certified by the National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences (NAACLS) with a minimum of ten years full-time experience as a staff medical laboratory technician.

Licensure, Certification, Registration: Eligible for certification by American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) Board of Registry or the National Certification Agency (NCA) for Medical Laboratory personnel. or by American Medical Technologists (AMT) for Medical Laboratory personnel. No licensure required.

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities:

Knowledge of clinical tests and standards necessary to perform complex tests and accurately report result.

Analytic ability to perform complex tests, interpret findings, perform calculations, calibrate instruments, etc.

Ability to identify and evaluate clinical testing problems and to effect corrective action procedures and modifications.

Ability to concentrate for long periods of time, utilize good judgment, work accurately under pressure and handle stress to met deadlines.

Manual dexterity and acuity necessary to prepare specimens, prepare solutions, screen specimens, and operate instrumentation and a computer.

Interpersonal verbal and written English language skills sufficient to exchange information with physicians and other colleagues.

Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.

Experience: Laboratory internship at an institution certified by NAACLS or related experience necessary to qualify to take certification exam.

Lahey Hospital and Medical Center is now offering up to a $7,000 signing bonus for our Med Tech position.

Important Details:

Signing Bonuses are paid out in two payments. You will receive your first payment (half of the total amount) of upon completion of the first six months of hire and your second payment (half of the total amount) upon completion of one year of hire. The bonus payments will be paid on the next regular pay day following the date on which you become eligible for the bonus. All payments are subject to applicable taxes.

To be eligible:

• Current and former BILH candidates - restrictions apply. Employees within the BILH system are not eligible for the bonus or if you have been employed by a BILH entity within the last 12-months. Employee must be in good standing to receive the bonus at the time of payment.

• Signing Bonus is determined on a full-time status of 40 hours. Hours less than 40 hours will be prorated. Per Diem roles are not eligible.

• If you leave Lahey Hospital & Medical Center before your first anniversary you will pay back the signing bonus.

• Please note, signing bonuses are subject to change based on the organizations hiring needs and will be determined by Talent Acquisition on an ongoing basis. BILH/LHMC Talent Acquisition reserves the right to change signing bonus eligible jobs and amounts at any time.

As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) and COVID-19 as a condition of employment. Learn more (https://www.bilh.org/newsroom/bilh-to-require-covid-19-influenza-vaccines-for-all-clinicians-staff-by-oct-31) about this requirement.

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