Medical Technologist

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Medical Technologist Job Ref 33853 Category: Laboratory & Medical Technologist Location: 133 Old Road to Nine Acre Corner, Concord, MA 01742 Department: Lab - Hematology Schedule: Per Diem Shift: Variable Shifts Hours: Varies Pay Range: 30.00 - 43.00 per hour

Job Summary Performs a variety of routine and specialized diagnostic laboratory tests on environmental blood and body fluid specimens as prescribed by physicians or healthcare providers in the technical area of Hematology. Processes and analyzes all specimens submitted for clinical analysis by performing required tests reporting results to appropriate personnel and maintaining instrumentation utilized.

Minimum Qualifications Education:

• Bachelor degree in Hematology, Biology, Basic Sciences, or Medical Laboratory Science and Graduate of an approved program in Medical Laboratory Science required.
• Previously qualified or could have qualified as a technologist under March 14, 1990 rules, Medicare, CLIA 67 on or before February 28, 1992.

Experience:

• Minimum one year of experience in all areas of the Laboratory or Hematology Department.
• New graduates from an accredited school of Medical Technology are considered to have one year of Laboratory experience in all areas of the Laboratory.

Licensure and/or Certification:

• ASCP or NCA certification required or ASCP or NCA eligible with certification achieved within 6 months of employment.

Skills:

• Must have the ability to take action based on review of policies, protocols, procedures, and methodologies.
• Requires knowledge of basic laboratory methods and analytical principles in Hematology.
• Working knowledge of automated and manual laboratory equipment.
• Manual dexterity sufficient to effect venipuncture and safely handle specimens, calibrate equipment, etc.
• Ability to solve problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization may exist.
• Good knowledge of quality control principles.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Must be able to reasonably make appropriate judgment in communications and actions with patients, physicians, outside agencies, vendors, and fellow staff members.
• Computer skills.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.

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