Local Contract Clinical Lab Scientist (CLS)
West Roxbury, MA
Encode INC
5x8 hrs, Days, Evenings, Nights, Rotating
Referral Bonus
$60-61/hourOverview
- Start Date04/01/2026
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays, Evenings, Nights, Rotating
- Duration26 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Vision benefits
- Dental benefits
- Referral bonus
- Life insurance
- Medical benefits
Description
Medical Technologist (Clinical Laboratory Scientist – MT/MLS/CLS)
Location: VA Boston Healthcare System – West Roxbury Campus
1400 VFW Parkway, West Roxbury, MA 02132
Contract Type: Firm Fixed Price (FFP) | Service Contract Act (SCA)
FTE Required: 3 Full-Time
Period of Performance: 04/01/2026 – 09/30/2026 (6 months + possible extension)
Position Summary
The VA Boston Healthcare System is seeking three (3) nationally certified Medical Technologists to provide comprehensive onsite laboratory services. The selected candidates will perform high-complexity testing across multiple laboratory departments in accordance with CLSI standards and VA policies.
Key Responsibilities
Medical Technologists may rotate through multiple lab sections based on service needs, including:
Chemistry
- Operate automated analyzers (Abbott Architect, Abbott Alinity, Advanced Instruments Osmos, Polymedco OC80)
- Perform routine and STAT testing
- Conduct daily/weekly quality control and instrument maintenance
Urinalysis
- Perform automated and manual urinalysis testing
- Maintain QC and troubleshoot testing issues
Blood Bank
- Crossmatching
- Antibody screening & identification
- Cell panels
- Blood product processing
- Tube and gel methodology QC
Hematology / Coagulation
- Operate Sysmex, ACL Top, Alcor iSed analyzers
- Perform manual differentials and coag testing
- Quality control & documentation
Microbiology
- Gram staining
- Plate reading & subculturing
- Microscan setup
- PCR testing
- Routine microbiology procedures
Core Duties
- Perform and document patient testing and QC procedures
- Identify and resolve specimen collection, processing, or reporting issues
- Ensure accurate patient identification and specimen handling
- Maintain patient confidentiality (HIPAA compliance)
- Participate in CAP Proficiency Testing (PT) programs
- Provide professional, patient-centered service
Minimum Qualifications
- National certification as MT / MLS / CLS
- Minimum 3 years recent experience in:
- Chemistry
- Urinalysis
- Blood Bank
- Hematology
- Coagulation
- Microbiology
- Strong English communication skills (written & verbal)
- Must meet VA credentialing & privileging requirements
Required Training & Compliance
- BLS/ACLS (if applicable)
- VA Privacy & Information Security Training (Annual)
- HIPAA Training (Annual)
- OIG Clearance (Not excluded)
- SAM Clearance
- Compliance with E-Verify requirements
Work Schedule
Multiple shifts available (Days, Evenings, Nights) including:
6:30a–3:00p | 2:00p–10:30p | 8:30p–6:30a | and other rotating shifts
- May require weekends, holidays, and overtime
- No on-call required
Employer
Encode INC
West Roxbury, MA
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