Medical Technologist Lead - MT - Andrology - Kenmore - 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:

• Location: 133 Brookline Avenue, Boston, MA 02215
• Department: Laboratory
• Schedule: Full time, 40 hours/weekly, Monday through Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm, Rotating Weekends and Holidays

Primary Responsibilities:

• Under general supervision, the Andrology Tech Specialist performs semen analysis including semen morphology and specimen preparation for intrauterine insemination procedures, 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, writes and evaluates procedures and protocols, trains new and current staff, evaluates the validity of laboratory data, records tests results, communicates with physicians, pathologists and nursing staff regarding test procedures and results
• As a specialist, performs the duties of a Medical Technologist II which include conducting competency assessments and responsibility for College of American Pathologist (CAP) Survey Attestations
• In addition, conducts specialized testing in area of expertise (e.g., Andrology) and will function as a team lead for other Medical Technologists at other Atrius locations

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:

• Associate or Bachelor of Science degree in a chemical, physical, clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution
• Must meet the required qualifications for being an individual responsible for competency assessment and have the education and experience 
  to evaluate the complexity of testing being assessed as defined by CAP (College of American Pathologist)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Medical Technologist (ASCP) certification
• Specialty certification
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• 5+ years of laboratory experience
• Proven excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to resolve complex clinical and instrument problems
• Proven accurate, reliable, and able to work well under pressure and to finish a task once started
• Proven solid communication skills, both in writing and speaking

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $60,200 to $107,400 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.