Medical Laboratory Scientist
Job description
Job Summary
Medical Laboratory Technician (Clinical Laboratory Scientist)
Location
VA Boston Healthcare System (VABHS)West Roxbury Campus – Boston, MA Metro Area
Hours: Days: 8hr shifts available; Second Shift (Swing) - Mix of 8hr shifts and 10hrshifts. Nights - Mostly 12hr shifts
Compensation: 40/hr-45/hr pending shift allotment
Position Summary
The Medical Laboratory Technician (Clinical Laboratory Scientist) provides on-site clinical laboratory services to beneficiaries of the Department of Veterans Affairs at the VA Boston Healthcare System. The technician supports diagnostic and treatment decisions by performing laboratory testing in accordance with VA policies, CLIA standards, and the Performance Work Statement (PWS).
Primary Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities
Perform clinical laboratory testing in assigned laboratory sections in accordance with established procedures
Accurately analyze, verify, and report laboratory test results
Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot laboratory instruments and equipment
Ensure compliance with CLIA, CAP, VA, and laboratory quality assurance standards
Follow infection control, patient safety, and information security protocols
Maintain accurate documentation and records in VA laboratory systems
Participate in quality control, proficiency testing, and performance improvement activities
Communicate effectively with clinical staff regarding test results and laboratory issues
Protect patient privacy and confidentiality in compliance with HIPAA and VA regulations
Labratory Duties Including but not limited:
Chemistry
The employee will perform routine chemistry testing using automated instrumentation, including Abbott Architect ci8200, Abbott Alinity, Advanced Instruments Osmos, Polymedco OC80, and manual chemistry methods. Responsibilities include routine daily and weekly quality control and instrument maintenance.
Urinalysis
The employee will perform routine chemistry and urinalysis testing using automated instrumentation, including Beckman Coulter Urinalysis systems, Advanced Instruments Osmos, Polymedco OC80, and manual urinalysis and chemistry methods. Duties include routine daily and weekly quality control and instrument maintenance.
Blood Bank
The employee will perform routine blood bank functions, including crossmatching, antibody screening and identification, selected cell panels, and processing blood and blood products for weekly issue or emergency requests. Responsibilities also include routine daily and weekly quality control procedures using tube and gel technology.
Hematology and Coagulation
The employee will perform routine hematology and coagulation testing using automated instrumentation, including Sysmex, ACL Top, Alcor iSed, and manual hematology and coagulation methods. Duties include routine daily and weekly quality control and instrument maintenance.
Microbiology
The employee will perform routine microbiology testing using both manual and automated methods. Duties include plating, Gram staining, reading and subculturing plates, Microscan setup, PCR testing, and other routine microbiology procedures.
Quality and Proficiency Testing
The employee will perform patient and quality control testing in accordance with established protocols and actively participate in the College of American Pathologists (CAP) Proficiency Testing Program.
Documentation and Reporting
The employee will independently test, evaluate, document, and report patient testing and quality control results. The employee will identify, document, and resolve any issues related to specimen collection, processing, testing, or reporting
Minimum Qualifications
Required Qualifications
Minimum three (3) years of recent experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician or Clinical Laboratory Scientist
- Must be ASCP or AMT Certified
- BLS AHA
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in a biological or chemical science, or a closely related field.
Education and training consistent with laboratory testing responsibilities
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently
Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently in a clinical laboratory environment
Physical Requirements
Physical Requirements: This role requires the ability to stand and walk for extended periods, frequently bend, stoop, and reach, and perform repetitive hand and wrist motions during specimen collection. The employee must be able to safely handle needles and sharps, work in proximity to bodily fluids, and lift or move up to 25 pounds, including patient-related equipment or supplies. The role may also require prolonged periods of close visual work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.
About Aptive
Arrow ARC supports Veterans Health Administration facilities and offices across the U.S. with health care staffing and program support via the 10-year Integrated Critical Staffing Program (ICSP). We provide staffing solutions to address critical shortages in VHA medical facilities caused by turnover, recruitment issues, seasonal needs, surges or emergencies.
Arrow is a certified Service-Disabled, Veteran-Owned Small Business joint venture between Artemis ARC and Aptive Resources, two award-winning companies that share an agile, mission-focused, results driven approach in the federal sector. Arrow provides management consulting services and specializes in working with federal government agencies like the Department of Veterans Affairs and Office of Personnel Management.
EEO Statement
Aptive is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, parental status, veteran status, age, disability, or any other protected class.
Veterans, members of the Reserve and National Guard, and transitioning active-duty service members are highly encouraged to apply.