What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Laboratory Scientist - Night Shift, Blood Bank position at Massachusetts General Hospital?
$10,000 Sign-On Bonus
Current employees of MGB and its affiliates are not eligible for the sign-on bonus
The Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) is the original and largest teaching hospital of Harvard Medical School. The MGH Blood Bank is an FDA-licensed, AABB-accredited full-service facility that issues over 70,000 blood components annually. We are committed to delivering the highest quality and safest care possible for every patient. Consider joining our team!
The Medical Technologist I functions independently under the direction of the Laboratory Supervisor or Senior Medical Technologist.
Responsibilities:
Conducts basic and advanced tests on blood samples, both donor and patient, to ensure proper transfusion of blood and blood products. At an intermediate level, recognizes and resolves discrepancies observed in blood specimens or laboratory equipment; determines procedures to be followed according to preliminary serological results of the specimens; maintains records of transfusions.
Gains experience and develops a working knowledge by performing routine and complex procedures utilizing complex instrumentation and manual methods.
Responsible for the accuracy, interpretation, and reporting of results.
Performs and keeps accurate records of equipment maintenance and quality control.
Refers problems and unusual results to appropriate personnel.
Performs clerical and support services as needed.
Responds to customer needs and requests.
Participates in proficiency testing of unknowns and internal and external continuing education.
Participates in continuing education programs related to laboratories.
Additional Job Description
The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.
Qualifications: Required: BS/BA in Science from an accredited college and ASCP Certification Eligible (required) or Certified (Preferred)
Additional Job Description
The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.
