Clinical Laboratory Technologist (JR229000)

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare institution in New York City seeks a Clinical Laboratory Technologist to perform tests on blood and body fluids. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in a physical science and a New York State License or permit. Responsibilities include analyzing samples, maintaining quality control, and assisting with training new staff. This position is located at the Moses campus in the Chemistry Lab with hours from 3:30 pm to 12:00 am, including alternate weekends.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in a physical science is required.
• New York State Department Clinical Laboratory Technologist License or limited permit is necessary.
• Prior experience operating laboratory equipment is required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and emergency tests on blood and body fluids.
• Maintain quality control data and resolve QC failures.
• Assist with training of new employees.

Skills

Laboratory and hospital information system computers

Automated equipment operation

Quality assurance

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a physical science

Tools

Variety of automated laboratory equipment

Job description

Introduction

To heal, to teach, to discover and to advance the health of the communities we serve.

To learn more about the “Montefiore Difference” – who we are at Montefiore and all that we have to offer our associates, please click here.

Overview

Montefiore Medical Center's Division of Clinical Pathology is responsible for the laboratory testing of blood, urine, and body fluids for disease diagnosis and health maintenance. Utilizing the latest advances in computer technology, the Division maintains millions of dollars of state-of-the-art automated equipment at its laboratory sites and services hospitals, nursing homes, the Montefiore Medical Group, faculty practices, and voluntary physicians' offices at more than 40 sites.

Perform routine and emergency tests on blood and other body fluids using a variety of automated and manual instrumentation in a timely manner. Maintain equipment and records according to department procedures and regulatory agencies guidelines in the areas of QA and QC. Use independent judgment to solve technical and procedural problems. In some instances, ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and emergency tests on blood, serum, spinal fluid and other body fluids using automated and manual equipment, depending on procedure. Monitor specimens to ensure work is completed
• Review data prior to release
• Report all panic, abnormal, etc. values
• Maintain quality control data on tests performed, resolve QC failures and document actions as stipulated by laboratory procedures
• Prepare reagents and take inventory, and advise supervisor as required
• Maintain all records of work performed and keep maintenance logs of equipment
• Assist with answering the telephone and perform order entry in the LIS system, as necessary
• May have individual responsibility for the work of a laboratory unit and may provide leadership for technicians
• Assist with the training of new employees
• Maintain clean work area in accordance with Infection Control guidelines
• Perform other laboratory related tasks under the direction of a supervisor as needed

Requirements

• Position requires at least a Bachelor’s degree in a physical science, medical technology preferred
• New York State Department Clinical Laboratory Technologist License or a limited permit are required. Applicants must obtain the provisional permit within the probationary period of three month for continued employment. Prior to obtaining the provisional permit, associates may not release any patient reports
• Laboratory and hospital information system computers, variety of automated equipment and other laboratory equipment is required

This position is located at the Moses campus in the Chemistry Lab. The hours are 3:30 pm-12:00am with alternate weekends.