Clinical Laboratory Technologist I, Blood Bank

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

Boston, MA

Pay: $28-$33/hr

Shift: Full time

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

**Job Summary**

We’re offering a generous sign-on bonus of $5,000 to eligible candidates who join our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we’re excited to discuss the details of this bonus during the interview process.

Starting rate is $28.32/hour. Hourly pay is based on experience, education, and certifications, plus additional differentials, premiums, and incentives where applicable.

Summary

The Clinical Laboratory Technologist (CLT) is responsible for the management, maintenance, monitoring, and documentation of laboratory equipment used throughout the Blood Bank and Transfusion Medicine laboratory. This role ensures that all laboratory equipment is maintained in accordance with regulatory, accreditation, manufacturer, and institutional requirements to support safe, accurate, and efficient laboratory operations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Equipment Management

• Serve as the department's primary resource for equipment management and maintenance activities.
• Oversee the inventory, functionality, and lifecycle management of all laboratory equipment, including but not limited to:
• Blood product storage equipment (refrigerators, freezers, platelet incubators, and agitators)
• Testing and analytical instrumentation

o Component manufacturing and processing equipment

o Irradiation, thawing, and transport equipment

o Temperature monitoring and alarm systems

• Maintain an accurate and up-to-date equipment inventory and equipment management database.
• Ensure all equipment records, service documentation, and maintenance logs are current, complete, and readily available for inspection.

Preventive Maintenance and Repairs

• Perform, coordinate, and document routine preventive maintenance activities according to manufacturer specifications and laboratory policies.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues and coordinate repairs with internal departments, biomedical engineering, facilities, and external vendors.
• Monitor equipment performance and identify opportunities for preventative actions to minimize downtime.
• Verify proper equipment operation following maintenance, repairs, upgrades, or service activities.

Documentation and Compliance

• Maintain active and current maintenance logs for all laboratory equipment.
• Ensure required calibration, temperature checks, quality control, and maintenance activities are completed and documented according to established schedules.
• Review equipment records regularly to ensure compliance with CAP, AABB, FDA, Joint Commission, CLIA, and organizational requirements.
• Participate in audits, inspections, and accreditation activities related to equipment management.

Equipment Qualification and Validation

• Assist with installation, qualification, validation, and implementation of new equipment and systems.
• Develop and maintain equipment procedures, work instructions, and competency materials.
• Participate in equipment performance evaluations and validation studies.

Training and Support

• Train laboratory personnel on the proper operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment.
• Provide technical support and guidance regarding equipment-related issues.
• Assist in developing and maintaining departmental equipment management policies and procedures.

**Qualifications**

Education

Bachelor's Degree Laboratory Sciences required or Bachelor's Degree Other required

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

Experience

Laboratory experience preferred, but will train. 0-1 year preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have the ability to pay careful attention to detail and to adhere to written protocols, including communication with supervisors when issues are identified.
• Must be able to perform as a team member.
• Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to interact professionally and effectively with numerous staff including physicians, hospital personnel, employees, and patients.

**Additional Job Details (if applicable)**

**Physical Requirements**

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)

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