Bachelor's degree in a physical science; medical technology preferred
New York State Department Laboratory Technologist License or limited permit required
Minimum 1 year of Lab Technologist experience
Familiarity with laboratory and hospital information systems
Experience with a variety of automated laboratory equipment
Responsibilities
Perform routine and emergency tests on blood and body fluids using automated and manual equipment
Review data prior to release and report abnormal values
Maintain quality control data and resolve QC failures
Prepare reagents and manage inventory
Maintain records and equipment maintenance logs
Assist with telephone inquiries and order entry in the LIS system
May provide leadership and training for laboratory technicians
Benefits
Work in a state-of-the-art laboratory environment
Opportunity to work with advanced automated equipment
Engage in a collaborative team setting
Potential for professional development through training new employees
Contribute to critical health diagnostics in a reputable medical center
Full Job Description
City/State: Bronx, New York Grant Funded: No Department: Path - Blood Bank Einstein Bargaining Unit: 1199 Work Shift: Day Work Days: ALTERNATE WEEKENDS Scheduled Hours: 8 AM-4 PM Scheduled Daily Hours: 7 HOURS Hourly Rate: $58.19
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Montefiore Medical Center's Division of Clinical Pathology is responsible for the laboratory testing of blood, urine, and body fluids for disease diagnosis and health maintenance. Utilizing the latest advances in computer technology, the Division maintains millions of dollars of state-of-the-art automated equipment at its laboratory sites and services hospitals, nursing homes, the Montefiore Medical Group, faculty practices, and voluntary physicians' offices at more than 40 sites.
The Blood Bank Clinical Lab Technologist will perform routine and emergency tests on blood and other body fluids using a variety of automated and manual instrumentation in a timely manner. Maintain equipment and records according to department procedures and regulatory agencies guidelines in the areas of QA and QC. Use independent judgment to solve technical and procedural problems. In some instances, ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time is necessary.
Essential Functions: • Perform routine and emergency tests on blood, serum, spinal fluid and other body fluids using automated and manual equipment, depending on procedure. Monitor specimens to ensure work is completed • Review data prior to release • Report all panic, abnormal, etc. values • Maintain quality control data on tests performed, resolve QC failures and document actions as stipulated by laboratory procedures • Prepare reagents and take inventory, and advise supervisor as required • Maintain all records of work performed and keep maintenance logs of equipment • Assist with answering the telephone and perform order entry in the LIS system, as necessary • May have individual responsibility for the work of a laboratory unit and may provide leadership for technicians • Assist with the training of new employees • Maintain clean work area in accordance with Infection Control guidelines • Perform other laboratory related tasks under the direction of a supervisor as needed
Qualifications: • Position requires at least a Bachelor's degree in a physical science, medical technology preferred • New York State Department Laboratory Technologist License or a limited permit are required • Minimum 1 year Lab Technologist experience required • Laboratory and hospital information system computers, variety of automated equipment and other laboratory equipment is required
This position is located at the Einstein campus in the Blood Bank Lab. The hours are 8:00 am - 4:00 pm with alternate weekends.
About Montefiore Medical Center
Montefiore Medical Center is a teaching hospital located in the Bronx, New York. The hospital was founded in 1884 and has since grown to become one of the largest healthcare systems in the state of New York. Montefiore is affiliated with the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and is known for its expertise in areas such as cardiology, neurology, and oncology. The hospital has been recognized for its commitment to patient care and has received numerous awards and accolades. Montefiore is a non-profit organization and is committed to providing care to underserved communities.
