Medical Technologist - Evening Lab Generalist

Location
:

CHA Everett Hospital
Work Days
:

M-F rotating weekends, holidays, on-call
Category
:

Medical Technologist
Department
:

Lab at CHA Everett
Job Type
:
Full time
Work Shift
:
Evening
Hours/Week
: 40.00
Union Name
: MNA Health Care Professionals EH

The CHA laboratory provides everything from from routine blood and urine tests to special tissue evaluation.

Job Purpose:

Performs and reports laboratory testing in a manner to promote the efficient operation of the laboratory and effective patient care. Will work as a Generalist at the CHA Everett Hospital Laboratory.

Duties and responsibilities include:
* Performs phlebotomy on both adult and pediatric patients.
* Performs testing in Chemistry, Hematology and Transfusion Medicine.
* Performs and evaluates Quality Controls
* Participates in Proficiency testing.
* Troubleshoots basic instrument problems.
* Receives and process a variety of laboratory specimens and utilize the Meditechcomputer system for data entry; computerized worksheets and interfaces are used in the performance of testing.
* Performs both STAT and Routine testing in an accurate and timely manner.
* Assists the manager in the development of new methods and evaluates cost feasibility as required.
* Trains new employee in department procedures and policies.
* Participates in department meetings.
* Works with fellow staff members to analyze workflow processes and conduct QI audits.
* On-call coverage responsibilities.

Qualifications/Requirements:

Minimum education:

BS/MT required Registration/certification as MT (ASCP), MLS, AMT, or HEW required at time of hire.

Additional preferences:
1. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
2. Fluency in the English language

Please note that the final offer may vary within the listed Pay Range, based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

In keeping with federal, state and local laws, Cambridge Health Alliance (CHA) policy forbids employees and associates to discriminate against anyone based on race, religion, color, gender, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to establishing and maintaining a workplace free of discrimination. We are fully committed to equal employment opportunity.

We will not tolerate unlawful discrimination in the recruitment, hiring, termination, promotion, salary treatment or any other condition of employment or career development. Furthermore, we will not tolerate the use of discriminatory slurs, or other remarks, jokes or conduct, that in the judgment of CHA, encourage or permit an offensive or hostile work environment.