Medical Technologist - Atrius Health

• Explore opportunities at Atrius Health, part of the Optum family of businesses.
• We’re an innovative healthcare leader, delivering an effective system of connected care for adult and pediatric patients at 28 practice locations in eastern Massachusetts.
• Our team of physicians, primary care providers and clinicians work with hospitals, community specialists and nursing facilities.
• Be part of our vision to transform care and improve lives by building trust, understanding and shared decision-making with every patient.
• Join us and discover the meaning behind Caring.
• Connecting.
• Growing together.

Position Details

Locations: 228 Billerica Road, Chelmsford, MA 01824 Department: Laboratory Schedule: Full time, 40 hours per week. Monday - Friday, 9:30am – 6:00pm. Rotating Weekends and Holidays

Primary Responsibilities

Under general supervision, performs routine and special laboratory assays of patient specimens (e.g., body fluids, exudates, skin scrapings or surgical specimens), exercising independent judgment when evaluating the validity of test results prior to result reporting Provides data for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease Operates and calibrates all equipment in the area of specialization, evaluates the validity of laboratory data, records tests results, communicates with physicians, pathologists and nursing staff regarding test procedures and results

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

Associates degree in a laboratory science (chemical or biological science) or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution; or equivalent laboratory training and experience meeting the requirements defined in CLIA regulations

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor degree in any discipline or equivalent from an accredited institution Certified as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), by the ASCP or equivalent certification (those without Certification are typically expected to become certified within 6 months of date of hire). Will also accept certifications meeting the federal requirements of CLIA 88 1+ years of laboratory experience Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve complex clinical and instrument problems Accurate, reliable, and able to work well under pressure and to finish a task once started Solid communication skills, both in writing and speaking