Medical Technologist Lead - FT - Eve - Danbury

Northwell Health; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 50,323 - 93,539; Full time

Job summary

Northwell Health in Danbury is looking for a Technical Specialist to support operations and fulfill Medical Technologist 2 duties. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, or Clinical Laboratory Science, along with 3-5 years of relevant experience.

The role involves ensuring compliance with hospital policies, overseeing QC programs, and assisting with employee performance reviews. The position is vital for maintaining high operational standards in the Core Lab.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, or Clinical Laboratory Science required.
• 3-5 years of current experience in chemistry.
• ASCP certification preferred or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Performs the duties of a Medical Technologist 2.
• Assists in implementing new procedures and policies.
• Ensures compliance with regulatory agency requirements.

Job description

Summary

Supports the Technical Specialist in the performance of tasks that enhance the operations of the section and performs the duties of the Technical Specialist in his/her absence.

Responsibilities

• Performs the duties of a Medical Technologist 2.
• Assists Technical Specialist with the implementation of new procedures and policies & monitors to assure a safe environment for employees & increase customer satisfaction.
• Collaborates with the Technical Specialist in coordinating the proficiency testing program to ensure that all testing is registered, analyzed, reviewed and submitted to meet established deadlines.
• Assists Technical Specialist to ensure compliance with all regulatory agency requirements and all Hospital & Laboratory Compliance policies & procedures.
• Assists Technical Specialist with assessing staff annual competency and provides input for annual performance review.
• Assists with daily bench assignments and oversight of the QC program.
• Communicates events as they occur and completes necessary documentation for appropriate follow-up.
• Recommends system changes to increase efficiency and accuracy of workflow & ensure daily operational efficiencies.
• Performs test and/or system validations under the supervision of the Technical Specialist and Medical Director.
• Helps to maintain the section in a constant state of inspection readiness and participates in regulatory inspections as needed.
• Promotes teamwork among staff members and fosters positive employee morale & is compliant with Hospital policy & regulatory requirements.
• Performs the duties of the Technical Specialist in her/his absence.
• Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Requirements

• Education: BACHELOR'S LVL DGRE
• Required: Bachelor's Degree - Biology, Chemistry or Clinical Laboratory Science
• Minimum Experience: three to five years current experience in chemistry.
• Desired: American Society of Clinical Pathologists (ASCP) preferred or eligible

Working Conditions

• Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity
• Occupational: Some occupational risk
• Physical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. force
• Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Company: Danbury Hospital
Org Unit: 127
Department: Core Lab
Exempt: No
Salary Range: $36.53 - $67.90 Hourly