Lead Lab Technologist (FH)

Northwell Health; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading health organization seeks a Clinical Laboratory Technologist to lead laboratory staff and perform essential tests and procedures. The role involves maintaining Quality Control, troubleshooting equipment, and training new staff. A Bachelor's Degree and state licensing are required, along with significant clinical experience.

Qualifications

• Licensed by NYSED as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist.
• Six years of relevant clinical experience required.

Responsibilities

• Leads lab staff and performs laboratory tests and procedures.
• Conducts Quality Control procedures and maintains laboratory equipment.
• Trains new staff and ensures adherence to Infection Control practices.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Control

Troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Basic Science, or related field

Job description

Job Description

Leads and guides lab technologists, lab assistants, and other laboratory staff. Performs a variety of laboratory tests and procedures relevant to the particular lab. Prepares and tests specimens for examination and reports results. Performs all Quality Control procedures. Reviews, evaluates, and documents all corrective actions.

Job Responsibilities

1. Leads and guides lab technologists, lab assistants, and other laboratory staff. Acts as a resource when questions arise. Handles more difficult tests and procedures.
2. Performs a variety of laboratory tests and procedures relevant to the particular lab. Prepares and tests specimens for examination and reports results.
3. Performs all Quality Control procedures, including data accumulation and recording. Reviews, evaluates, and documents all corrective actions in accordance with established policies and procedures.
4. Performs routine and preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment.
5. Troubleshoots basic instrumentation, reagents, technical problems, and methodologies.
6. Maintains sufficient supplies at each workstation through the inventory control system.
7. Assists in in-service training programs and all bench training in the laboratory.
8. Uses Infection Control practices and procedures.
9. Performs related duties as required.

ADA Essential Functions

Job Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Basic Science, or a related field, required.
• Licensed by the New York State Education Department (NYSED) as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist (or as appropriate to the area of assignment), required.
• Minimum of six (6) years relevant clinical experience, required.

Additional Salary Details

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith estimate of potential compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant at the time of this advertisement. It may be modified in the future. Several factors may influence the actual salary or rate, including location, specialty, service line, years of experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, and internal equity.