Medical Laboratory Scientist I, Microbiology
 Brigham & Women's Faulkner Hospital | |
 United States, Massachusetts, Boston | |
| 1153 Centre Street (Show on map) | |
 Apr 11, 2025 | |
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Summary 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 As outlined by CLIA, after successful completion of orientation, training and competency assessment on all instruments/methods applicable to their role: 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 42 CFR 4931425 4931495 Education Bachelor's Degree Clinical Laboratory Sciences required or Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology required or Bachelor's Degree Laboratory Sciences required and Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No Licenses and Credentials Medical Technologist (ASCP) - American Society for Clinical Pathology Board of Certification (ASCP-BOC) preferred Experience lab experience 1-2 years required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Must have basic understanding of laboratory equipment and its operation, maintenance and repair and analytic techniques. - 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 Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity 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. | |