About Careertakes

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What You’ll Do

Under general supervision from the Technical Supervisor, you will provide ancillary support for clinical activities in the Chemistry laboratory by performing, interpreting, and documenting moderate- and high-complexity clinical laboratory tests (CLIA '88). Key responsibilities include:

• After training, perform and interpret moderate and high-complexity tests.
• Prioritize STAT and routine samples to meet turnaround expectations.
• Ensure accurate specimen identification, labeling, storage, and processing.
• Accession specimens and transcribe results accurately into the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Perform instrument/equipment maintenance, routine QC, and assess QC data.
• Identify instrument or methodology issues and escalate with documentation.
• Investigate and resolve discrepant or problematic patient results; document actions taken.
• Notify appropriate staff of Critical Alert Values and required callbacks; document per policy.
• Maintain competency records, participate in continuing education, and support peer training.
• Participate in quality improvement activities and section or hospital committees as available.
• Support education of students, residents, and new staff through didactic and benchside teaching.
• Follow hospital infection control and safety procedures; report incidents or hazards.
• Maintain neat, well-stocked work areas and communicate inventory needs to supervisors.

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Qualifications

Education, certification, experience and skills required for success in this role:

• Education:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science, applied science, or a combination of education (e.g., bachelor’s + associate’s in MLT/MLS) that meets CAP scientific requirements.
• Certification (preferred):
  • ASCP, NCA, AMT, AAB, or equivalent certification preferred.
• Experience:
  • Entry‑level — appropriate internship/clinical laboratory training required.
• Knowledge & skills:
  • Familiarity with CLIA '88 definitions for moderate and high complexity testing.
  • Ability to perform venipuncture/venipuncture techniques.
  • Competency using LIS, performing QC, interpreting results, and calibrating instruments.
  • Strong attention to detail, documentation skills, and ability to communicate with clinical staff.
  • Ability to maintain compliance with regulatory agencies (JC, CAP, FDA, AABB).

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Schedule & Location

• Location: South Boston, MA (on-site)
• Schedule: Full time — 40 hours/week; days with rotating weekends and holidays.

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Compensation & Benefits

• Compensation range: $26.78 - $35.34 per hour (range based on minimum qualifications; final pay considers education, experience, and certifications).
• Benefits highlights include medical, dental, vision, pharmacy coverage, contract increases, flexible spending accounts, retirement match (403b), paid time off, and professional development opportunities.

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Additional details

• Employment type: Full time, Contractor options may be listed depending on client needs.
• Employer: Confidential Client (via Careertakes).
• This role supports patient care and requires adherence to patient confidentiality and safety procedures.
• Fraud & application safety note: Confidential Client only accepts applications through official channels. Beware of hiring scams that request payments, third‑party apps, or offer jobs via text/social media.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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