Medical Lab Scientist/Technologist OR Medical Lab Technician (Various Departments)

Departments that have openings:

• Core Lab
• Microbiology 
• Chemistry/Hematology
• Blood Bank
• Flow Cytometry 

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform a variety of laboratory tests in a timely manner yielding accurate and precise results with a low error rate.
• Ability to appropriately troubleshoot and resolve problems. Ensures that patient results are not reported until systems are functioning properly. Clearly communicates resolutions or next steps.
• Possesses solid knowledge, skills and theory to perform job duties in the clinical laboratory.
• Performs and evaluates quality control and instrument functioning checks using established quality control practices to assess the functioning of the test system(s). Identifies when a QC problem exists and is able to troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner.
• Operates and maintains laboratory equipment according to established laboratory procedures and/or manufacturers recommendations, including maintaining supplies. Identifies when sample, instrument, and/or procedural problems exist and takes appropriate actions to remedy the issue.
• Is able to appropriately troubleshoot problems and communicate resolutions or next steps.
• Orients and trains new laboratory staff. Trains bench personnel when new procedures or systems are put into routine use. Trains MLS or MLT/CLT students in bench procedures, basic theory, and advanced skills. Helps develop teaching and training tools.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and acts in accordance with all hospital safety requirements.
• Performs other duties as required or assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• AS degree and minimum of 4 years of Clinical Laboratory experience or Bachelors of Science Degree and a minimum of 2 years of Clinical Laboratory experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant technical experience required.
• Ability to work independently and adhere to deadlines and manage changing volumes.
• Basic knowledge of computer software systems.

Required Licensure/Certification Skills:

• Nationally recognized certification within 1 year of date of hire.
• ASCP preferred
• Current BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

Job Overview:

• Competitive pay
• Sign on bonus and relocation assistance
• ALL different shifts available 
• Top healthcare systems 
• Great opportunity for growth 

If interested, please apply! Or reach out to Megan directly at  617-746-2768  or Megan@KA-recruiting.com.