Job Description

%243,000 sign on bonus offered!

*Current employees of MGB and its affiliates are not eligible for the sign on bonus*

The Medical Technologist I functions independently under the direction of the Laboratory Supervisor or Senior Medical Technologist.

Conducts basic and advanced tests on blood samples, both donor and patient, to insure 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 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

Bachelors Degree inMedical Technology preferred and certified BS/BA in Science from an accreditedcollege; and Certification Eligible based on one year work experience plusdegree

Certification eligibleCLT at MGH with one year of performance evaluations which meet or exceedexpectations and

Ten hours of documentedcontinuing education in previous year within division, hospital or externalprograms

Skills required:

All of the skills andabilities required for Clinical Laboratory Technologist and Highlevel of analytical ability and judgement

Good understandingof department policies and procedures, test principles and equipment operation

Ability to workindependently on standard procedures and assignments

High level ofprofessionalism

Ability to participateas requested in performance improvement, work re-design and divisionaldevelopment projects

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.
EEO Statement
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