Microbiology Medical Technologist LEAD

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 Microbiology Medical Technologist Lead to enhance patient care through advanced laboratory techniques and quality assurance. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise in microbiological testing and regulatory compliance to ensure the highest standards of service. Collaborating with a dedicated team, you will play a crucial role in maintaining specimen integrity and delivering accurate results. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a legacy of compassionate care while working with state-of-the-art technology in a supportive environment. Join us in making a difference in the community's health and well-being.

Qualifications

• NYS Medical Technologist license required.
• Proficient in MS Office and strong writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform and interpret microbiological cultures and diagnostic assays.
• Assist with validations, quality control, and compliance activities.
• Set up and perform a variety of laboratory tests.

Skills

Microbiology

Laboratory Testing

Quality Control

Regulatory Compliance

Technical Review

MS Office

Strong Writing Skills

Education

BS degree in Medical Technology or related science

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 1890s, and its commitment to providing the community with the most advanced medical services continues to be the hospital’s vision, mission, and value. St. John's Riverside Hospital was built 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, 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 classifications in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law.

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

Responsibilities

1. The Microbiology Medical Technologist Lead, working under the supervision of a Medical Technologist or Supervisor, performs and interprets microbiological cultures, stains, and diagnostic assays on blood, body fluid, and other clinical specimens submitted for testing.
2. Assist the leadership staff with validations, regulatory compliance, quality control review, quality assurance activities, and maintenance monitoring.
3. Serve as a subject matter expert in the assigned laboratory section.
4. Set up and perform a variety of routine and/or complex laboratory tests and procedures.
5. Understand and carry out the specimens rejection policy to ensure specimen integrity.
6. Perform technical review and interpretation, review results for completeness, correctness, and consistency within the defined test system, evaluate test results/reactions, and provide accurate interpretations.
7. Perform other related duties as required.

Qualifications

• NYS Medical Technologist license required.
• BS degree in Medical Technology or related science required.
• Proficient in MS Office.
• Strong writing skills.