Nantucket Cottage Hospital · 1 month ago
Med Tech
Nantucket, MA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry, Mid Level
$35.45/hr - $65.98/hr
0+ years expNantucket Cottage Hospital is part of Mass General Brigham, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to advancing patient care, research, and community service. They are seeking a Medical Technologist who will perform complex laboratory tests and operate precision instruments with minimal supervision, ensuring accuracy and compliance with quality control procedures.
Health Care
Responsibilities
Collects and processes specimens in accordance with Laboratory policy
Performs and reports testing procedures in an accurate manner
Performs testing according to department policies with minimal supervision. Recognizes deviation from expected results; analyzes and corrects problems
Ensures test results correlate with each other and patient's available LIS history. Understands age specific normal values
Accurately enters results into the LIS. Timely reviews all manually entered results
Calls all critical results according to policies: Critical Value Reporting (Lab Policy)
Performs proficiency testing in each department as assigned. Completes competency assessments for each assigned section
Prints and reviews pending reports making sure to resolve any problems
Participates in Quality Control/Maintenance activities within the department
Performs and documents various quality control and equipment procedures to maintain compliance with internal and external regulations. Takes remedial action when necessary. Document and alerts supervisor to unresolved problems
Performs routine maintenance on department instruments
Trouble shoots downed instruments with little or no supervision. Consistently records any problems in instrument logbook. Notifies supervisor or person in charge in a timely manner
Completely and accurately reviews, verifies, and or signs/dates all designated documents according to department policies and established timeframes
Seeks solutions to resolve unexpected problems that arise. Recognizes when and when not to contact supervisor or person in charge with help resolving issues
Restocks work areas with supplies
Performs and reports tests within established timeframes
Performs routine tests within established timeframes
Performs STAT tests as a priority regarding routine tests
Prioritizes patient samples over remedial tasks
Fosters teamwork by aiding other departments when assigned work is complete
Completes work left from previous shift as required
Acknowledges and responds tactfully to requests
Remains current with new/revised procedures and methods in the laboratory
Adheres to safety standards
Prevents and takes corrective action for physical safety, sanitation, and infection control within work area
Dependable, punctual, and adheres to the policy for covering unscheduled absences
Communicates effectively with the next shift
Trains new employees
Serve as a resource person for MLT’s and Lab Assistants in technical problem solving
Reviews technical procedures as required and recommends appropriate changes
Attends Continuing Education programs, when available, and reads laboratory journals to keep current on new advances in instrumentation, techniques and procedures
Assists in the writing of technical procedures
Performs evaluation of new procedures or instruments
Serves on Hospital committees as needed
Assists the Laboratory Manager in developing and implementing Quality Assurance Program, Safety Program, Quality Control Program, Inventory, Special Projects, and Orientation Program for new employees
Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree required
Bachelors' level ASCP certification (e.g. MT, MLS) OR equivalent registration (AMT, HEW) OR application for registration required within 6 months of employment. If relevant education transcripts are not submitted within 6 months of hire, employment will be terminated
Six months to one-year experience as an MT preferred but will consider a new graduate
Practical and theoretical knowledge of tests and procedures necessary to review findings and advise and direct subordinates in action
Knowledge of Federal, State, Joint Commission and other regulatory regulations
Manual/visual dexterity and skills necessary to operate adjust and make repairs to various types of automated and non-automated laboratory equipment
Comprehensive understanding of laboratory equipment and its operation, maintenance, repair and analytic techniques
Must understand computer technology and its application to chemical analytical procedures and quality control
Strong interpersonal skills
Strong communication skills
Must be able to perform as a team member, provide leadership, guidance and direction to staff
Ability to work independently, evaluate situations and act appropriately
Ability to remain calm and productive under constant pressure and emergency situations
Ability to interact professionally and effectively with numerous staff including physicians, hospital personnel, employees and patients
Ability to pay attention to detail and to adhere to written protocols
Must be available to work in the case of a Hospital declared emergency
Exposure to infectious blood, urine, and other body fluids
Work requires frequent standing, walking and/or occasional lifting or carrying of supplies
Ability to lift forty (40) pounds unassisted
Ability to bend, twist, crouch, squat, pull, push, reach, and remain stationary for short period of times and perform repetitive motions
Day and evening shift assignments, as well as the need to be on-call on a rotating basis for evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays required
Must be available to work overtime as needed to complete job duties
Preferred
Six months to one-year experience as an MT preferred but will consider a new graduate
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits
Career advancement opportunities
Differentials
Premiums and bonuses as applicable
Recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth
Company
Nantucket Cottage Hospital
Nantucket Cottage Hospital is a non-profit hospital that provides a broad range of health and wellness services.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Aimee Carew-Lyons
CNO and VP of Patient Services
Kacey Jost, SHRM-CP
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
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