Med Technologist, Specialist Flow Cytometry

University of Rochester; United States; On-site; USD 53,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Rochester in Rochester, NY, seeks a Medical Technologist to provide specialized testing and technical guidance within the Flow/Bone Marrow Lab. This full-time role supports laboratory operations, training, and method development, leveraging LIS, hematology analyzers, and cytometry instrumentation.

The position requires a NYS-designated medical technology credential with substantial post-licensure experience, or a Master's/PhD with progressively responsible laboratory work.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree with NYS designated program certificate and 4–6 years post-licensure experience.
• Alternatively Master's with 2 years post-licensure experience or PhD with 1 year post-licensure.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs specialized testing or functions within the laboratory section.
• Acts as technical consultant to staff and hospital personnel.
• Oversees operation of designated laboratory area (shift/weekend supervision).
• Provides educational support and specialized training within the laboratory.
• Develops and evaluates new methods, products, and instrumentation.
• Performs the duties of a Medical Technologist II.

Skills

Medical Laboratory Scientist

Laboratory testing

Educational support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology/related field

Master's degree in related field

PhD in related field

Tools

Hematology Analyzer

Flow Cytometers

Centrifuges

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

Job description

As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we shared: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.

Job Location (Full Address):

601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642

Opening:

Worker Subtype:
Regular

Time Type:
Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40

Department:
500230 Flow/Bone Marrow Lab

Work Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:
UR URCB 215 H

Compensation Range:
$38.64 - $52.16

The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Responsibilities:

Under direction of the laboratory section Supervisor(s) and with the ability to work independently, provides specialized testing and support for the laboratory section.

SUPERVISION AND DIRECTION RECEIVED:

• - Under supervision of laboratory section Supervisor(s) and Laboratory Director.

SUPERVISION AND DIRECTION EXCERCISED:

• - May be responsible for designated laboratory section staff or shift/weekend supervision, or others as assigned.

MACHINES AND EQUIPMENT USED:

• - Standard office equipment such as telephone, PC, Laboratory Information System (LIS) terminal, calculator, copier, printer, fax machine, and the like.
• - Laboratory Instrumentation (Flow Cytometers, Hematology Analyzer, centrifuges).

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES :

• - Performs specialized testing or functions within the laboratory section. Acts as technical consultant to staff and other hospital personnel regarding technical aspects of the area of specialization. (40%)
• - Participates in the operational oversight of a specialized or designated area of the laboratory. (10%)
• - Participates in designated supervisory responsibilities within the laboratory. (5%)
• - Provides educational support and specialized training within the laboratory section. (10%)
• - Performs development and evaluation of new methods, products, and instrumentation. (10%)
• - Performs the duties of a Medical Technologist II. (15%)
• - Other responsibilities and projects as assigned. (5%)
• - Data management. (5%)

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• - Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or Biology with an advanced certificate of completion at a NYS designated program or related field and 4 years (6 years preferred) of experience as a Medical Laboratory Scientist post-licensure required or
• - Master's degree in related field and 2 years of experience as a Medical Laboratory Scientist post-licensure required or
• - PHD in related field and 1 year of experience as a Medical Laboratory Scientist post-licensure required
• - Or equivalent combination of education and experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• - Medical Technologist NYS upon hire required or
• - Histotechnologist (HTL) NYS, restricted to Histology Lab upon hire required

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