Clinical Lab Scientist - STAT Lab

Summit Health • Harrison, NY

390d • $72,800 - $72,800

About The Position

The Clinical Lab Scientist position at Summit Health is a part-time role focused on performing laboratory tests and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. The position requires adherence to established protocols and involves processing patient specimens, maintaining laboratory equipment, and communicating results effectively. The role is integral to providing high-quality care in a patient-centric environment.

Requirements

• Associates degree required; Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science preferred.
• 0-1 years' experience; 2-4 years preferred.
• New York State Medical Technologist license required.
• ASCP (MT) preferred, but not required.
• Ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to perform diversified duties within specified time limitations.
• Ability to organize, problem solve, set priorities, and use critical thinking skills.
• Strong customer service skills required.
• Ability to be a team player required.
• Basic medical laboratory skills required.
• Knowledge of QA principles preferred.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Standard Office Equipment (Phone, Fax, Copy Machine, Scanner, Email/Voice Mail) preferred.
• Experience with Standard Office Technology in a Windows-based environment preferred.
• Experience with Medical Laboratory Instruments preferred.
• Experience with Laboratory Computer Information System preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates and documents competencies annually based on testing performed in the laboratory.
• Adheres to all established CAP, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements.
• Processes and evaluates patient specimens in accordance with SOP, including reference lab specimens.
• Resolves issues with specimens that are time/temperature sensitive and escalates if needed.
• Performs daily temperature and humidity checks for room, refrigerators, freezers, incubators, and/or water baths.
• Performs routine instrument maintenance following manufacturer's specifications and documents appropriately.
• Corrects basic instrument malfunctions and communicates status to appropriate staff members.
• Performs instrument QC and calibrations following manufacturer's specifications.
• Processes monthly QC documents as requested by supervisor/manager.
• Utilizes standard quality control practices in decision making to ensure reliable testing and proper regulatory compliance.
• Performs proficiency testing in a manner and time frame that is consistent with good laboratory practice.
• Releases results in accordance with departmental policy and communicates critical values according to SOP.
• Checks pending logs and endorses appropriately.
• Monitors inventory levels and informs designated personnel as needed.
• Ensures clean and orderly workstation and restocked with necessary supplies.
• Adapts work schedule to meet emergency staffing needs.
• Performs staff training as requested by supervisor/manager.
• Performs and assists with validations for new laboratory testing to increase laboratory revenues.
• Performs and reads blood smears, body fluids, and urine sediments.
• Performs special coagulation tests.
• Rotates within the core lab as required.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Associate degree