Medical Laboratory Technician

Site:
Newton‑Wellesley Hospital, Mass General Brigham – a not‑for‑profit organization dedicated to patient care, research, teaching and community service.

Per Diem:
Free Parking. Minimum pay for this position is $25.42 per hour.

The Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT II) is a testing personnel responsible for specimen processing, test performance and reporting of test results. The role performs only those tests authorized by the laboratory director, and requires a professional level of knowledge to accurately interpret results for patient diagnosis and treatment.

• After successful completion of orientation, training and competency assessment, follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Maintain records demonstrating that proficiency testing samples are processed in the same manner as patient samples.
• Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies; document all QC activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance performed.
• Follow the laboratory’s corrective action policies whenever test systems are out of established performance limits.
• Identify and correct problems affecting test performance or reporting, or immediately notify the general supervisor, technical consultant, supervisor, clinical consultant or director.
• Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from established performance specifications.

• Education:
  
  Associate’s Degree in Laboratory Sciences or Associate’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Technology is required.
• Licenses and Credentials:
  None specified; the role does not accept experience in lieu of a degree.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
  
  Understanding of laboratory equipment operation, maintenance and repair; analytic techniques; ability to work independently, evaluate situations and act appropriately; multitask in a fast‑paced environment; attention to detail; communication with supervisors; teamwork; excellent interpersonal and professional communication skills.

• Standing – Frequently (34‑66%)
• Walking – Frequently (34‑66%)
• Sitting – Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Lifting – Frequently (34‑66%) – 35 lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying – Frequently (34‑66%) – 20‑35 lbs
• Pushing – Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Pulling – Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Climbing – Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing – Frequently (34‑66%)
• Stooping – Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Kneeling – Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Crouching – Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Crawling – Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching – Frequently (34‑66%)
• Gross Manipulation – Frequently (34‑66%)
• Fine Manipulation – Frequently (34‑66%)
• Feeling – Constantly (67‑100%)
• Foot Use – Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision – Far Constantly (67‑100%)
• Vision – Near Constantly (67‑100%)
• Talking – Constantly (67‑100%)
• Hearing – Constantly (67‑100%)

4100 Newton‑Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974 and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857) 282‑7642.