Brigham and Women’s Hospital
Medical Lab Scientist Per Diem
Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Newton, Massachusetts, United States, 02165
The Medical Technologist/Technician performs testing as outlined in this document in the department or departments towhich they have been assigned to at the time of hire, or as Laboratory Management determines to be in the best interestof the laboratory to meet patient care needs.Essential Functions:
Performs qualitative and quantitative tests using various lab instruments and/or manual methods on blood, plasma, urine,CSF, and/or body fluids following standard operating procedures.Complies with all established standards and practices pertaining to test performance, including, but not limited to,laboratory procedures, hospital procedures, CAP guidelines, JCAHO guidelines, and within the institution’s policiesregarding compliance.Performs quality control procedures as needed and established by protocol. Analyzes quality control data, makesjudgments on observed results and takes appropriate action to ensure that accuracy and precision are maintained.Identifies abnormal patient results; recognizes factors that affect measurements/results, and takes appropriate action;seeks assistance in resolution as needed.Performs and documents equipment maintenance, calibration, quality control, and other troubleshooting procedures.Recognizes equipment malfunctions, documents problems as may be required, performs troubleshooting and repair inaccordance with established guidelines. Alerts supervisor/manager/designee as needed.Communicates results to physicians or other authorized healthcare providers as may be required and/or appropriate.Ensures that there is proper documentation of calls.Monitors reagents and supplies; orders as needed, or communicates need to appropriate person to maintain appropriateinventory of necessary supplies.Performs hand-off communication in accord with applicable laboratory or department policy/procedure.Documents errors using hospital Safety Reporting System; informs supervisor/clinical manager/designee on processimprovement.May participate in training/orientation of new employees/students.May participate in peer interview process.Participates in the evaluation, validation, and/or implementation of new methodologies.Supports and assists coworkers as needed to ensure the best possible patient care; able to work independently whilealso functioning as part of a team.Remains flexible to changes in job assignments or schedules; requests assistance when needed occur to ensure minimaldisruption of workflow.Sample of Current Analyzers/Information Systems:
Blood Bank – EchoChemistry – Roche for General Chemistries, Helena for ElectrophoresisHematology – Sysmex for CBCs, Beckman Coulter for Urinalysis, Werfen IL for CoagulationMicrobiology - Becton Dickinson, Biomerieux, CepheidSunquest (Lab IS), Epic (Clinical)Instrument MiddlewareJob Knowledge and Skills:
Familiar with typical laboratory operations including use of computer systemsAbility to multitask in a fast-paced environment, organize and prioritize work as neededCapable of following written procedures, both technical and administrativeCan recognize problems with tests, analyzers, and samples that could impact test resultsCommunicates effectively with both internal and external customersFunctions as a team player at all timesEducation:
Associate’s degree in medical technology.Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or biological sciences from an accredited schoolExperience:
Knowledge/skill in a specific/multiple laboratory area(s) acquired through training or previous work experience of at leastone year (full-time) preferred.New graduates of medical technology programs with successful completion of clinical internshipPrevious experience with laboratory information systems preferred; familiarity with Windows software applications a plusLicense, Certification, and/or Registrations:
Nationally recognized certification as a medical technologist/technician preferred. Individuals who are eligible forcertification examination may qualifyCertification in a specialty category may be acceptable in lieu of medical technologist/technician certificationNewton-Wellesley Hospital will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regardto race, color, religion, gender age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, veteran or active militarystatus, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation.Primary Location:
MA-Newton-NWH Main CampusWork Locations:
NWH Main Campus2014 Washington StreetNewton 02462Job:
Medical Technologist/MLTOrganization:
Newton-Wellesley Hospital(NWH)Schedule:
Standard Hours 1Shift:
RotatingEmployee Status:#J-18808-Ljbffr
Performs qualitative and quantitative tests using various lab instruments and/or manual methods on blood, plasma, urine,CSF, and/or body fluids following standard operating procedures.Complies with all established standards and practices pertaining to test performance, including, but not limited to,laboratory procedures, hospital procedures, CAP guidelines, JCAHO guidelines, and within the institution’s policiesregarding compliance.Performs quality control procedures as needed and established by protocol. Analyzes quality control data, makesjudgments on observed results and takes appropriate action to ensure that accuracy and precision are maintained.Identifies abnormal patient results; recognizes factors that affect measurements/results, and takes appropriate action;seeks assistance in resolution as needed.Performs and documents equipment maintenance, calibration, quality control, and other troubleshooting procedures.Recognizes equipment malfunctions, documents problems as may be required, performs troubleshooting and repair inaccordance with established guidelines. Alerts supervisor/manager/designee as needed.Communicates results to physicians or other authorized healthcare providers as may be required and/or appropriate.Ensures that there is proper documentation of calls.Monitors reagents and supplies; orders as needed, or communicates need to appropriate person to maintain appropriateinventory of necessary supplies.Performs hand-off communication in accord with applicable laboratory or department policy/procedure.Documents errors using hospital Safety Reporting System; informs supervisor/clinical manager/designee on processimprovement.May participate in training/orientation of new employees/students.May participate in peer interview process.Participates in the evaluation, validation, and/or implementation of new methodologies.Supports and assists coworkers as needed to ensure the best possible patient care; able to work independently whilealso functioning as part of a team.Remains flexible to changes in job assignments or schedules; requests assistance when needed occur to ensure minimaldisruption of workflow.Sample of Current Analyzers/Information Systems:
Blood Bank – EchoChemistry – Roche for General Chemistries, Helena for ElectrophoresisHematology – Sysmex for CBCs, Beckman Coulter for Urinalysis, Werfen IL for CoagulationMicrobiology - Becton Dickinson, Biomerieux, CepheidSunquest (Lab IS), Epic (Clinical)Instrument MiddlewareJob Knowledge and Skills:
Familiar with typical laboratory operations including use of computer systemsAbility to multitask in a fast-paced environment, organize and prioritize work as neededCapable of following written procedures, both technical and administrativeCan recognize problems with tests, analyzers, and samples that could impact test resultsCommunicates effectively with both internal and external customersFunctions as a team player at all timesEducation:
Associate’s degree in medical technology.Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or biological sciences from an accredited schoolExperience:
Knowledge/skill in a specific/multiple laboratory area(s) acquired through training or previous work experience of at leastone year (full-time) preferred.New graduates of medical technology programs with successful completion of clinical internshipPrevious experience with laboratory information systems preferred; familiarity with Windows software applications a plusLicense, Certification, and/or Registrations:
Nationally recognized certification as a medical technologist/technician preferred. Individuals who are eligible forcertification examination may qualifyCertification in a specialty category may be acceptable in lieu of medical technologist/technician certificationNewton-Wellesley Hospital will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regardto race, color, religion, gender age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, veteran or active militarystatus, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation.Primary Location:
MA-Newton-NWH Main CampusWork Locations:
NWH Main Campus2014 Washington StreetNewton 02462Job:
Medical Technologist/MLTOrganization:
Newton-Wellesley Hospital(NWH)Schedule:
Standard Hours 1Shift:
RotatingEmployee Status:#J-18808-Ljbffr