Medical Lab Scientist
Massachusetts General Hospital
Boston, MA
5x8 hrs, Days

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The Medical Laboratory Scientist Technical Specialist for Point of Care Testing (MLS TS), 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, and after successful completion of orientation, training, and competency assessment on all instruments/methods applicable to their role, the MLS Technical Specialist (MLS TS) 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. Under the general supervision of the Clinical Manager/ Department Director and Lab Director, the MLS Technical Specialist (MLS TS) is responsible for all Point of Care (POC) activities performed in both inpatient and outpatient sites. As subject matter expert (SME) for point of care testing, they work collaboratively with Nursing, Ambulatory Services, and other testing site leaders. Primary responsibilities include management of system operations utilizing Telcor and vendor specific systems, instrument validations and implementation, configuration and implementation, IQCP creation and review, review of Quality Control (QC)/Quality Assurance (QA), documentation of instrument maintenance, troubleshooting and correlations, training and competency assessment of testing personnel, inventory management, oversight of proficiency testing program, development and revisions of policies and procedures, and regulatory activities including site compliance surveillance and follow-up. Duties include, but are not limited to: 1. Responsible for the recommendation of test methodology appropriate for the clinical use of the test results. 2. Responsible for the recommendation of test methodologies/instrumentation including test performance characteristics, and precision and accuracy appropriate of the clinical use of test results as appropriate. Works in collaboration with vendors. 3. Responsible for ensuring enrollment and participation in a CMS-approved proficiency testing (PT) program for the testing performed; that PT samples are tested in accordance with the CLIA requirements; that PT results are returned within the time frames established by the PT program; that PT reports are reviewed by the appropriate staff, including CLIA Lab Director, Medical Director, and corrective action plans are followed when PT results are found to be unacceptable or unsatisfactory. 4. Responsible for establishing a quality control program appropriate for the testing performed and establishing the parameters for acceptable levels of analytical performance and ensuring that these levels are maintained throughout the entire testing process from the initial receipt of the specimen, through sample analysis and reporting of test results. 5. Responsible for resolving technical problems and ensuring that remedial actions are taken whenever test systems deviate from the established performance specifications. 6. Responsible for ensuring that processes (e.g. QC lockouts, repeat criteria are established, etc.) are in place to ensure that patient test results are not reported until corrective actions have been taken and the test system is functioning properly. 7. Responsibly for the developing the training needs of the testing personnel and assuring that training/education is appropriate for the type and complexity of testing performed. 8. Responsible for the developing competency assessment modules for testing personnel. In collaboration with testing location leadership, ensures that competency assessment is completed and documented at required times. Non-waived testing requires competency assessment at least semi-annually during their first year and annually thereafter unless test methodology or instrumentation changes. - MT(ASCP) Required - Bachelers degree in science or medical technology - Experience Required: Minimum 5 years of progressively responsible experience as a POCT.

Recruiter: Traini, Samah