Level I - Medical Lab Scientist
Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital
Boston, MA
5x8 hrs, Days

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Medical Laboratory Scientist I (MLS I Molecular Lab 7 AM to 3:30 PM The Medical Laboratory Scientist I (MLS I), in their role as Testing Personnel as defined by CLIA, may perform waived and non-waived testing. Each individual performs only those tests that are authorized by the Laboratory Director and require a degree of skill commensurate with the individual’s education, training or experience, and technical abilities. Under general supervision, after successful completion of orientation, training, and competency assessment on all instruments/methods applicable to their role, the Medical Laboratory Scientist I (MLS I) carries out all policies and performs all tests in accordance with the laboratory's standard operating procedures. Works independently in an efficient and organized manner to assure accurate results and records. The work requires a professional level of knowledge to read and interpret accurately test results used by providers in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Reports to: Clinical Manager and Clinical Supervisor. Essential Functions (key roles & responsibilities) Responsibilities as outlined by CLIA: Testing Personnel are responsible for specimen processing, test performance and for reporting test results. 1. Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results. 2. Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens. 3. Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance performed. 4. Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance. 5. Be capable of identifying problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results and either must correct the problems or immediately notify the general supervisor, technical supervisor, clinical consultant, or director. 6. Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications; and 7. If qualified under §(b)(5), perform high complexity testing only under the onsite, direct supervision of a general supervisor qualified under §. Essential Functions (Key roles & responsibilities) Additional responsibilities may include the following under the direction of the Clinical Manager and Clinical Supervisor. 1. Performs qualitative and quantitative tests and procedures using instruments and/or manual methods on blood, plasma, and other body fluids, according to laboratory policies. Demonstrates the use of two patient identifiers. 2. Prepares samples and reagents for testing according to laboratories policies. 3. Operates all instruments/analyzers per established procedures or instructions in applicable operator’s manual. 4. Performs routine maintenance, function checks or calibrations on equipment according to policies and documents. 5. Recognize instrument malfunctions, documents problems as may be required, performs troubleshooting and repair according to established guidelines. Alerts supervisor or designee as needed. 6. Performs quality control for all reagents and instruments according to policies. Document quality control results according to laboratory policies. Responsible to document all our of range QC results and corresponding corrective action steps if applicable. 7. Responsible for the accuracy, interpretation, and reporting of test results according to laboratories policies. 8. Identifies aberrant patient test results, recognizes factors that affect results, and takes appropriate action; seeks assistance in resolution as needed. Documents all corrective action procedures undertaken in the clinical laboratory. 9. Participates in QA/QI activities as required. 10. Participates in Proficiency Testing program including the handling and analysis of Proficiency Testing samples. 11. Successfully completes orientation, training, and competency for all applicable instruments/methods. Maintains competency. 12. Keeps current in developments in technical instrumentation and analytical techniques in clinical laboratory. Participates in internal and external continuing education. Completes mandatory annual training modules. 13. Documents errors using hospital Safety Reporting System; informs supervisor/manager when safety reports are entered. 14. Adheres to hospital and laboratory policies and procedures including but not limited to laboratory procedures, hospital procedures, accrediting agencies’ guidelines, infection control and safety plans. 15. Performs clerical and support services as needed, such as answering the telephone, calling Critical, Stat or Code results to the appropriate department or Licensed Care Provider, monitoring pending logs, and other assigned duties. Ensure that there is a proper documentation of calls. 16. Monitors reagent and supplies, orders as needed, or communicates need to the appropriate person to maintain adequate inventory of necessary supplies. 17. Performs any other duties as required, which may include but not limited to general laboratory duties such as processing specimens, logging in specimens, putting supplies away, washing pipettes, etc. Stores, discards, and retrieve samples as required. QUALIFICATIONS Education Bachelor’s degree: Minimum: Must possess a Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or Chemical, Physical, or Biological science from an accredited college or university Experience within a CLIA Lab required, Molecular lab preferred. Work Experience Clinical Laboratory experience – less than 2 years’ experience. Knowledge, skills and Abilities · The knowledge, both practical and theoretical, of tests and procedures necessary to review findings and advise and direct subordinates in action. · The manual/visual dexterity and skills necessary to operate adjust and make repairs to various types of automated and non-automated laboratory equipment. · Must have a basic understanding of laboratory equipment and its operation, maintenance and repair and analytic techniques. · Can recognize problems with tests, analyzers, and samples that could impact test results. · Must have the ability to work independently, evaluate situations and act appropriately. Remains flexible to changes in job assignments or schedules; requests assistance when needed to ensure minimal disruption of workflow. · Must have the ability to pay careful attention to detail and to adhere to written protocols. · Must be able to perform as a team member, provide leadership, guidance, and direction to staff. · Must be able to perform as a team member, provide leadership, guidance, and direction to staff.