Medical Laboratory Scientist - Night Shift, Blood Bank
Massachusetts General Hospital(MGH)

Job Info

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Medical Lab Scientist

Night Shift, 10 PM to 6:30 AM

Full time

Blood Bank

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.

*Current employees of MGB and its affiliates are not eligible for the sign on bonus*

The Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) is the original and largest teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School. The MGH Blood Bank is an FDA-licensed, AABB-accredited full-service facility that issues over 70,000 blood components annually. We are committed to delivering the highest quality and safest care possible for every patient. Consider joining our team!

The Medical Technologist I functions independently under the direction of the Laboratory Supervisor or Senior Medical Technologist.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts basic and advanced tests on blood samples, both donor and patient, to insure proper transfusion of blood and blood products; at an intermediate level, recognizes and resolves discrepancies observed in blood specimens or laboratory equipment; determines procedures to be followed according to preliminary serological results of the specimens; maintains records of transfusions.
• 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

Qualifications
Qualifications:

Required: BS/BA in Science from an accredited college and ASCP Certification Eligible or Certified

Preferred: Bachelors Degree in Medical Technology and ASCP Certification Eligible or Certified

OR

Certification eligible CLT at MGH with one year of performance evaluations which meet or exceed expectations and

Ten hours of documented continuing education in previous year within division, hospital or external programs

Skills required:

All of the skills and abilities required for Clinical Laboratory Technologist and high level of analytical ability and judgement

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 re-design and divisional development project

EEO Statement
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

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