Medical Technologist (Bacteriology)

St. John's Riverside Hospital; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Medical Technologist to join their compassionate team. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate sample analysis and reporting, contributing to the hospital's mission of providing exceptional patient care. With a strong emphasis on quality control and timely communication with medical staff, you will play a key role in maintaining high standards of laboratory services. If you are passionate about making a difference in the community and possess the necessary qualifications, this opportunity is perfect for you to thrive in a supportive environment that values your expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field required.
• Must possess NYSED license or provisional permit for Clinical Laboratory Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Determine suitability of samples and identify errors in patient results.
• Report test results timely and manage outstanding work lists.
• Perform Blood Bank testing and send specimens to reference labs.

Skills

Quality Control

Sample Analysis

Error Identification

Blood Bank Testing

Education

BS in Medical Technology

NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technologist License

NYSED Provisional Permit

Job description

Overview

St. John's Riverside Hospital is a leader in providing the highest quality, compassionate health care utilizing the latest, state-of-the-art medical technology. Serving the Westchester community from Yonkers to the river town communities of Hastings-on-Hudson, Ardsley, Dobbs Ferry and Irvington, St. John's Riverside has been and continues to be a unique and comprehensive network of medical professionals dedicated to a tradition of service that spans generations.

St. John’s has been an integral part of the community since the 1890's and its commitment to provide the community with the most advanced medical services available continues to be the hospital's vision, mission and value. St. John's Riverside Hospital built itself around an early foundation of nursing and community service. In 1894, the Cochran School of Nursing, the oldest hospital-based school of nursing in the metropolitan area, was founded, thus making the St. John's Nursing Staff more than just the backbone of the hospital, but the heart and soul. St. John’s dedicated nurses give superior attention to those who need it most with a strong emphasis on patient and family-focused nursing care.

St. John’s Riverside Hospital staff is committed to making life better for all patients. The hospital continues to elevate the services provided with the goal of increasing the quality of life for all who entrust St. John's Riverside Hospital to their care.

St. John’s Riverside Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. We maintain a policy of non-discrimination in providing equal employment to all qualified employees and candidates regardless of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, or other legally protected classification in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.

Personalized care together with advanced technology is what it means to be Community Strong.

Responsibilities

The Medical Technologist is to determine the suitability of samples, reagents and identifies any errors in matching patient samples and results. Reports all test results in a timely manner and calls panic values to physicians and nursing units. Runs and reviews outstanding work lists and follows up in all outstanding specimens. Performs and records all Quality Control results. Performs manual procedure diffs, body fluids, and urinalysis. Performs all Blood Bank testing including type and screen, cross matches and routine antibody testing. Sends out specimens to reference laboratory.

Qualifications

BS in Medical Technology or related science. NYSED license as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist OR NYSED Provisional Permit as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist.