Medical Laboratory Scientist, Microbiology

3 weeks ago

Boston, United States Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH) Full time

**Medical Laboratory Scientist, Microbiology - Evening**
- (3280337)

**Microbiology**

Medical Lab Scientist

3:00 PM to 11:30 PM

We're offering a generous sign on bonus of $10000 come you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process.

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A **Medical Technologist I** performs a variety of routine and complex procedures. Duties include the handling and processing of patient specimens and the cultivation, isolation and identification of bacteria and other microorganisms from a variety of sites. May also perform various tests in molecular microbiology, mycobacteriology, mycology, parasitology, serology or virology.

**General Duties and Responsibilities**
- Gains experience and develops working knowledge by performing routine and complex procedures utilizing complex instrumentation and manual methods
- Responsible for the accuracy, interpretation and reporting of results
- Performs and keeps accurate records of equipment maintenance and quality control
- Refers problems and unusual results to appropriate personnel
- Performs clerical and support services as needed. Responds to customer needs and requests
- Participates in proficiency testing of unknowns and internal and external continuing education
- Participates in continuing education programs related to laboratories

**Lab Area Specific Duties and Responsibilities**

**Specimen Receiving**

Enters patient data and test requests from laboratory requisitions into Laboratory Information System (LIS) following prescribed coding procedures. Resolves any patient identification problems with appropriate patient care area. Reports specimen problems (i.e., wrong type specimen container, leaking specimen containers, hemolyzed specimens, etc.) to appropriate patient care area.

Prepares blood, urine, stool and other specimens for analysis by labeling requisition forms and specimen containers with appropriate patient data using labels generated by LIS.

Process specimens for analysis by culture, direct microscopic examination, serological tests or other test methodologies. Cultures specimens on prescribed media such as agar plates and broth tubes. Incubates the media in environments that are appropriate both to type of specimen and to the organisms routinely sought in those specimens. Process blood specimens for serological tests or other non-culture test methods..

**Rapid Testing**

Performs rapid POCT-type ICT testing (Influenza A & B, RSV, Malaria, Shiga Toxin) and rapid molecular testing on automated Cepheid GeneXpert Infinity 48-16 instrument (Influenza A & B/RSV, MRSA, SA).

**Gram Stains**

Examines and reports results for routine gram stains from a variety of body sites under supervisory review. Examines and reports stat gram stains within TAT guidelines established by Critical Callback Policy.

**Blood Cultures**

Works up new positive blood cultures, notifies clinician and/or care unit with results within TAT guidelines established by Critical Callback Policy, enters results in LIS and sets up appropriate media and preliminary identification and susceptibility tests. Removes negative blood cultures and performs daily maintenance on the BACTEC blood culture instruments.

**SKILLS/ ABILITIES/ COMPETENCIES REQUIRED**:

- Sufficient level of analytical ability and judgment
- Ability to work in conjunction with other laboratory staff to gain skills and experience in a variety of duties
- Interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with individuals in the lab and hospital
- Ability to learn several aspects of laboratory operation (i.e., testing, LIS, QC)
- Neat and orderly work habits
- Careful attention to detail and written protocols
- High level of analytical ability and judgment
- Good understanding of department policies and procedures, test principles and equipment operation
- Ability to work independently on standard procedures and assignments
- High level of professionalism
- Ability to participate as requested in performance improvement, work redesign and divisional development projects
- Customer service skills

**_QUALIFICATIONS:_**
- Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology
- ** **National ASCP certification or ASCP certification eligible based on year of CLIA work experience **REQUIRED**

**EEO Statement**

**Primary Location** MA-Boston-MGH Main Campus

**Work Locations** MGH Main Campus 55 Fruit Street Boston 02114

**Job** Medical Technologist/MLT

**Organization** Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)

**Schedule** Full-time

**Standard Hours** 40

**Shift** Evening Job

**Posted Shift Description** 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM

**Employee Status** Regular

**Recruiting Department** MGH Pathology/Clinical Labs

**Job Posting** May 22, 2024

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