Clinical Laboratory Technologist - Biochemistry

NYU Langone Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 101,555 - 127,619; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits and wellness package

Generous time-off program

Employee resources groups for support

Job summary

NYU Langone Health in New York City is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Technologist to perform complex laboratory tests for diagnostic purposes. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring compliance and accuracy in laboratory operations and will need to maintain technical skills in handling equipment.

The position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology or related fields, along with a NYSDOH license. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks effectively, contributing to a high-quality laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• One year experience in a clinical laboratory (internship acceptable).
• Effective communication at all organizational levels.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex clinical laboratory tests.
• Document results to ensure compliance with regulations.
• Handle varying workloads while maintaining accuracy.
• Perform preventive maintenance on instruments.
• Call Critical Values to nursing units immediately.
• Complete additional assigned duties.

Skills

Interpersonal Communication skills

Multitasking

Computer skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology

NYSDOH Licensed as a Certified Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Job description

Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist. In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for performing complex clinical laboratory tests on specimens for diagnostic purposes under minimal supervision.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory tests and procedures, which require technical skill and an exercise of independent judgment with minimal supervision, and documents results to ensure compliance with Medical Center and regulatory requirements. Applies sound technical judgment in evaluating problems and developing prompt, reasonable, workable alternatives, which benefit the patient within established guidelines of the department.
• Handles varying workloads while maintaining accuracy. Follows approved policies and procedures in performing specific methodologies and instrument operations and follows approved policies for proper recording (accuracy and legibility) and reporting of all results.
• Performs and documents preventive maintenance procedures and instrument function checks. Performs preventive maintenance procedures at each workstation as required. Documents all maintenance performed, both scheduled and unscheduled. Documents all required information in the appropriate section of the instrument problem log.
• Follows approved guidelines in approaches to problem solving and devises appropriate courses of action when patient results, control values and instrument function parameters are inconsistent or invalid: including investigation of possible sources of variance/interference, by taking appropriate action and/or performing additional testing as necessary to assure the accuracy of the reported patient value. Maintains sufficient working supplies in order to assure the continued integrity of workstation operations. Maintains up‑to‑date pending logs to ensure that all specimens have been processed accordingly.
• Performs additional procedures as required to ensure the quality of the laboratory testing performed; and documents this activity. Performs and records periodic quality control analysis, instrument function checks and preventive maintenance procedures following approved policy. Correlates final patient result with known facts concerning the patients history (previous results) to determine goodness of fit and recognized illogical results.
• Calls Critical Values to nursing unit immediately upon their completion and records the name of person to whom the results were given as well as the time of the call. Demonstrates sufficient knowledge or expertise in dealing with scientific principles involved in the methodology performed; as well as alternative methodologies and their application to a given situation. Brings unresolved problems to the attention of a supervisor/assistant supervisor(s) and is prepared to report on the results of initial problem investigation and discuss possible causes and solutions by presenting factual and objective data.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• NYSDOH Licensed as a Certified Clinical Laboratory Technologist.
• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology from a program registered by the NYS Department of Education or Bachelor's Degree in the major of biology, chemistry or physical sciences from an accredited college or university or education requirement grandfathered by the NYSOP.
• One year experience in a clinical laboratory (completion of an internship at a qualified institution is acceptable).
• Effective Interpersonal Communication skills required.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

Preferred Qualifications

Proficient computer skills. ASCP registry preferred. Multitasking abilities and flexibility are a plus.

Benefits

NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time‑off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well‑being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

EEO Statement

NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

Salary Information

NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $101,555.94 - $127,619.35 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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