Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts · 3 hours ago
Medical Technologist
Boston, MA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$60K/yr - $70K/yr
0+ years expPlanned Parenthood League of Massachusetts is the state’s leading provider of sexual and reproductive health care, nationally recognized for education and research. The Medical Technologist role involves performing laboratory testing, maintaining compliance with safety regulations, and includes patient-facing duties such as phlebotomy and guiding patients through self-collection for STI testing.
Hospital & Health Care
Responsibilities
Assess patient specimen acceptability for testing
Perform FDA approved testing on patient specimens
Perform and document preventative maintenance
Review quality control and patient results independently and according to standard operating procedures
Maintain and store laboratory inventory
Utilize resources in a responsible, efficient, and cost-effective manner
Minimize waste
Organize and file laboratory relevant documents
Phlebotomy for Quest orders
Instruct patients to self-collect swabs and urine for Panther
Input orders in EMR
Process laboratory orders for mailing collection kits to patients
Maintain accurate records for specimens returned
Adhere to infection control protocols and maintain a clean environment in the lab
Adherent to quality control policies, protocols and procedures
Troubleshoot and report problems as needed
Perform or delegate performance of proficiency testing
Review and is familiar with all procedures in the laboratory manual
Maintain laboratory logs
Maintain medical laboratory equipment by assuring all required equipment function checks, maintenance, cleaning and decontamination procedures and all other necessary quality assurance checks are performed and documented as needed
Demonstrate flexibility and teamwork; understand the interaction between this position and others with whom the position works directly and indirectly
Other tasks and responsibilities as needed
Qualification
Required
0 – 2 years' experience
BA/BS required in medical technology or physical science
Must have experience with aseptic technique
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word and Excel preferred), and Laboratory information software
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated skills prioritizing and organizing workload
Superb attention to detail; ability to follow processes and procedures from beginning to end within established timeline
Ability to handle discreet, confidential information
Excellent customer service skills; ability to provide quality services to meet the individual needs of customers
Must be able to work with bleach
Preferred
MT ASCP preferred but not required
Phlebotomy experience a plus
Experience in Microbiology preferred but not required
Benefits
Generous Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
Life and Disability Insurance
Professional Development Opportunities
Commuter Benefits
Company
Planned Parenthood League of Massachusetts
Our Mission The mission of PPLM is to protect and promote sexual and reproductive health and freedom of choice by providing clinical services, education and advocacy.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Dominique L.
President & CEO
Nonnie S. Burnes
Board member and Chair; Interim President and CEO
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