This is a contract job opportunity with potential for permanent placement.
Position: Medical Laboratory Scientist 8054
Location: Boston MA
Schedule: 12:30 PM - 9 PM or 3 PM - 11:30 PM, Mon-Fri (with rotating weekends)
Projected Duration: 6 months + potential for permanent placement
Job Code: CVDJP00028054
Benefits: Available
Open to: Both Medical Lab Technician (2-year MLT degree) or Medical Lab Scientist / Medical Technologist (4-year BS)
Certification: ASCP or AMT certification preferred but not required
Seeking: Generalist with blood bank experience
Vaccine Requirement: All vaccines listed are required. Declination form accepted for medical or religious reasons.
Note: Covid declination would require candidate to wear a mask onsite.
Job Duties / Responsibilities:
* Responsibilities are interchangeable within job titles of Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS), Medical Technologist, or Clinical Laboratory Scientist.
* Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria.
* Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
* Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality.
* Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
* Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls.
* Report accurate and timely test results to deliver quality patient care.
* Perform and document preventive maintenance and quality control procedures.
* Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary.
* Assist with processing of specimens when needed.
* Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
Requirements:
* Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements.
* Minimum 0-2 years of clinical laboratory testing experience.
* Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
* Proficient with computers; familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus.
* High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills.
* Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen.
* Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.
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