Medical Laboratory Technologist CLS/MLT

This role is responsible for all phases of testing, including pre-analytical, analytical, and post-analytical processes, ensuring the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of laboratory results. The Technologist operates under the direction of the Laboratory Manager/Technical Supervisor and Laboratory Director, and may only perform testing for which they have been trained and demonstrated competency.

What We Offer:

• Enhanced Benefits Package: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes discretionary paid time off to ensure a healthy work-life balance and a 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Professional Growth Environment:  At MFM Health, we are committed to your professional development. We offer continuous opportunities for learning and career advancement in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Test Performance (Pre-Analytical and Analytical)

• Perform accurate and appropriate moderate-complexity testing according to established laboratory procedures
• Evaluate specimens for acceptability and:
  • Ensure proper labeling and identification
  • Investigate and document unacceptable specimens
• Handle and store specimens according to required conditions and protocols
• Organize workload efficiently to ensure timely completion of testing
• Verify that test results correspond to the correct patient and specimen prior to release
• Follow all established procedures prior to performing testing

2. Test Result Reporting (Post-Analytical)

• Report results accurately and within established turnaround times
• Follow protocols for:
  • Critical value identification and notification
  • Documentation of communication with providers
• Correct erroneous results according to established procedures, including:
  • Notification
  • Documentation of corrective actions
• Report state-required reportable diseases to the Massachusetts State Laboratory Institute and document appropriately in the LIS
• Ensure all reporting is complete, accurate, and compliant with laboratory policy

3. Quality Control and Compliance

• Participate in periodic review of laboratory procedures and assist in updates as needed to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Perform and document:
  • Quality control procedures
  • Calibration and instrument checks
• Ensure quality control is acceptable before reporting patient results
• Accurately evaluate quality control results and:
  • Document all results
  • Follow established protocols for failures
  • Escalate unresolved issues
• Hold patient testing and reporting when quality control is outside acceptable limits
• Adhere to all regulatory requirements:
  • Massachusetts 105 CMR 180.000
  • CLIA
  • OSHA and HIPAA

4. Instrument Maintenance and Calibration

• Perform routine and scheduled:
  • Maintenance activities, including daily, weekly, and monthly tasks as required
  • Calibration and calibration verification
• Document all maintenance and calibration activities
• Ensure instruments are functioning properly prior to use

5. Troubleshooting and Problem Resolution

• Troubleshoot issues related to:
  • Instruments and equipment
  • Reagents and quality control failures
  • Patient specimens
• Follow established troubleshooting protocols
• Document all steps taken and corrective actions
• Notify Laboratory Manager or Technical Supervisor when issues cannot be resolved

6. Safety and Infection Control

• Adhere to all Universal Precautions and laboratory safety protocols
• Use appropriate Personal Protective Equipment at all times
• Follow policies for:
  • Chemical handling
  • Biohazard disposal
  • Exposure prevention
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment, including:
  • Disinfection of work surfaces
  • Proper waste disposal
• Report safety hazards immediately.
• Maintain familiarity with:
  • Safety Data Sheets
  • Spill response procedures for biological and chemical exposures

7. Documentation and Record Management

• Accurately document:
  • Patient testing
  • Quality control results
  • Maintenance and calibration
  • Corrective actions
• Ensure all records are complete, organized, and audit-ready
• Maintain documentation in accordance with retention requirements

8. Inventory and Work Area Management

• Maintain appropriate inventory levels of reagents and supplies
• Ensure:
  • Proper storage conditions
  • Monitoring of expiration dates
  • Removal of expired materials
• Perform regular inventory checks and notify appropriate personnel for reordering
• Maintain clean, organized work areas

9. Competency and Scope of Practice

• Perform testing only within scope of training and documented competency
• Participate in:
  • Initial training
  • Ongoing competency assessments
• Follow direction from the Laboratory Manager or Technical Supervisor
• Do not perform high-complexity testing unless specifically authorized

10. Collaboration and Communication

• Communicate effectively with providers and clinical staff, including nursing and medical assistants, to support safe and effective specimen collection and testing workflows
• Collaborate with laboratory team members to support workflow
• Escalate clinical, operational, or compliance concerns appropriately
• Document relevant issues, observations, and process concerns in appropriate logs or systems to ensure continuity of information across laboratory staff

Hourly Pay Range: $34 - $48; commensurate with experience

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Technologist (Associates Degree)
• Minimum 3 years of full-time clinical laboratory experience in chemistry, hematology, and microbiology preferred
• 1–3 years of clinical laboratory experience in chemistry, hematology, and microbiology preferred.

Certification

• MT or MLS certification through ASCP or equivalent preferred

Technical Experience

• Experience with laboratory diagnostic instruments such as Sysmex, Abbott Architect, and Cepheid
• Experience with Laboratory Information Systems (LIS), including Orchard or equivalent systems
• Familiarity with electronic health record (EHR) integrations and laboratory workflows

Regulatory Requirement

• Must meet CLIA personnel requirements for moderate-complexity testing
• Must demonstrate training and competency prior to performing testing independently

Supervision and Reporting

• Reports to Laboratory Manager or Technical Supervisor
• Works under direction of the Laboratory Director
• Performs testing independently only after competency validation

Compliance Statement

The Medical Laboratory Technologist performs moderate-complexity testing only and must not perform high-complexity testing unless specifically trained, qualified, and authorized in accordance with regulatory requirements.