Medical Technologist - $33 per hour

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Medical Technologist for a job in Newton, Massachusetts.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty : Medical Technologist
• Discipline : Allied Health Professional
• Duration : Ongoing
• 40 hours per week
• Shift : 8 hours, days
• Employment Type : Staff

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization.

When determining base pay, we take a comprehensive approach that considers your skills, relevant experience, education, certifications, and other critical factors.

The pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications, but it does not encompass all the elements that contribute to your total compensation package.

Free parking, benefits from day one - no waiting period! We're offering a generous sign-on bonus ($10,000) to welcome you to our team.

Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process Essential Functions : - Performs qualitative and quantitative tests using various lab instruments and / or manual methods on blood, plasma, urine, CSF, stool, and / or body fluids following standard operating procedures.

• Complies with all established standards and practices pertaining to test performance, including, but not limited to, laboratory procedures, hospital procedures, CAP guidelines, JCAHO guidelines, and within the institution’s policies regarding compliance.
• Performs quality control procedures as needed and established by protocol. Analyzes quality control data, makes judgments on observed results and takes appropriate action to ensure that accuracy and precision are maintained.
• Identifies abnormal patient results; recognizes factors that affect measurements / results, and takes appropriate action;

seeks assistance in resolution as needed. - Performs and documents equipment maintenance, calibration, quality control, and other trouble shooting procedures.

Recognizes equipment malfunctions, documents problems as may be required, performs trouble-shooting and repair in accordance with established guidelines.

Alerts supervisor / manager / designee as needed. - Communicates results to physicians or other authorized healthcare providers as may be required and / or appropriate.

Ensures that there is proper documentation of calls. - Monitors reagents and supplies; orders as needed, or communicates need to appropriate person to maintain appropriate inventory of necessary supplies.

Performs hand-off communication in accord with applicable laboratory or department policy / procedure. - Documents errors using hospital Safety Reporting System;

informs supervisor / clinical manager / designee on process improvement. - May participate in training / orientation of new employees / students.

• May participate in peer interview process. - Participates in the evaluation, validation, and / or implementation of new methodologies.
• Supports and assists coworkers as needed to ensure the best possible patient care; able to work independently while also functioning as part of a team.
• Remains flexible to changes in job assignments or schedules; requests assistance when needed occur to ensure minimal disruption of workflow.

Sample of Current Analyzers / Information Systems : - Blood Bank Echo - Chemistry Roche Cobas PRO for General Chemistries, Helena for Electrophoresis, A2O and GEM analyzers - Hematology Sysmex for CBCs , Beckman Coulter for Urinalysis, Werfen IL for Coagulation - Microbiology - Becton Dickinson, Biomerieux, Cepheid - Sunquest (Lab IS), Epic (Clinical) - Infinity Middleware Job Knowledge and Skills - Familiar with typical laboratory operations including use of computer systems - Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment, organize and prioritize work as needed - Capable of following written procedures, both technical and administrative - Can recognize problems with tests, analyzers, and samples that could impact test results - Communicates effectively with both internal and external customers - Functions as a team player at all times Education - Associate’s degree in medical technology.

• Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or biological sciences from an accredited school Experience - Knowledge / skill in a specific / multiple laboratory area(s) acquired through training or previous work experience of at least one year (full-time) preferred.
• New graduates of medical technology programs with successful completion of clinical internship - Previous experience with laboratory information systems preferred;

familiarity with Windows software applications a plus License, Certification, and / or Registrations - Nationally recognized certification as a medical technologist / technician preferred.

Individuals who are eligible for certification examination may qualify - Certification in a specialty category may be acceptable in lieu of medical technologist / technician certification

Recruiter : Dehbi, Tracy

Mass General Brigham Job ID #3306219. Posted job title : Medical Technologist - Chemistry

About Mass General Brigham

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At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts.

We’re helping patients get the best care possible by working on digital health experience, analyzing big data to streamline the delivery of care, and reaching out to medically complex patients to better understand their needs.

Together, we’re connecting premier hospitals and health professionals to help serve patients and communities with high-quality, safe, and accessible care.

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Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• Life insurance
• Employee assistance programs
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