Med. Lab. Techno. II. Per-Diem Days. FUH.

MetroWest Medical Center is the largest community health care system between Worcester and Boston. MetroWest Medical Center is committed to providing high quality, comprehensive care, at a location close to home. The 307-bed regional healthcare system includes Framingham Union Hospital, Leonard Morse Hospital in Natick and the MetroWest Wellness Center. MetroWest Medical Center has been named to the 2019 America�s 100 Best Hospitals List by Healthgrades.

GENERAL SUMMARY: Reporting directly to the supervisors of Chemistry and Hematology and also to the Administrative Laboratory Director and indirectly to the Regional Administrative Director of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs laboratory procedures in one or more areas of the Core Laboratory: Chemistry, Hematology, Urinalysis and minimal Microbiology. Work in accordance with the departments Standard Operating Procedure to produce accurate results and complete testing within designated turn-around-times (TAT). Calls critical results to appropriate person(s) in a timely manner. Perform instrument maintenance and Quality Control with the ability to troubleshoot equipment and document results under the guidelines of the Quality Assurance program. Ensures that all equipment is clean and operational at all times, and that the work area is clean and safe. Must be able to read and understand policies and procedures. Maintains laboratory supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies. Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

JOB KNOWLEDGE, EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS:

1. MLS/MT/MLT (ASCP) or equivalent. Completion of an Associates or Baccalaureate degree in a Clinical Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or Baccalaureate Degree in related science from an accredited school. Meets the requirements and qualifies as a technologist under CLIA laboratory regulations. National certification eligible by ASCP, AMT, or HEW.

2. At least one year of experience as a laboratory technologist, preferably as a Generalist.