Clinical Laboratory Scientist

Next Move Healthcare•White Plains, NY

15h•Onsite

About The Position

A leading healthcare organization is seeking a detail-oriented Clinical Laboratory Scientist with Anatomic Pathology and Histology experience to support its hospital laboratory. The Clinical Laboratory Scientist will perform histological procedures, maintain the accuracy and integrity of laboratory results, and ensure compliance with established quality, safety, and regulatory standards. This role requires strong technical knowledge, excellent troubleshooting abilities, and an active qualifying New York State laboratory license. The selected candidate will support routine histology, special stains, immunohistochemistry, quality-control activities, equipment maintenance, proficiency testing, and regulatory readiness.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or higher in Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Histotechnology, Biology, or a related scientific field
Previous Anatomic Pathology or Histology experience
Current New York State Histotechnologist license for work within the Anatomic Pathology section, or another qualifying New York State Clinical Laboratory Technologist license
Experience performing routine histology procedures
Knowledge of special stains and immunohistochemistry
Understanding of laboratory quality control, quality assurance, and proficiency testing
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail, organization, adaptability, and stress tolerance
Ability to work varied day shifts based on department needs
Ability to complete and maintain required section-specific training and competency assessments

Nice To Haves

ASCP certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Technologist, or Histotechnologist
Previous hospital laboratory experience
Experience with laboratory information systems
Experience preparing for CAP or New York State laboratory inspections
Experience with instrument validation, maintenance, and corrective-action documentation

Responsibilities

Perform histological procedures, including routine processing, special stains, and immunohistochemistry
Follow established pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic laboratory procedures
Ensure the accuracy, quality, and timely reporting of laboratory results
Evaluate test results for abnormalities and confirm findings according to department protocols
Maintain complete records of patient testing, quality control, calibrations, and equipment verification
Perform routine and preventive maintenance on laboratory instruments and equipment
Identify and document issues that may negatively affect testing performance
Notify laboratory leadership when test systems fall outside established performance specifications
Perform and document corrective actions before releasing affected patient results
Process proficiency-testing samples in the same manner as patient specimens
Participate in laboratory quality-assurance and performance-improvement programs
Document and report nonconformances according to established procedures
Notify clinicians and patient-care units of critical results
Support established STAT testing turnaround-time requirements
Participate in test validations, employee training, and competency assessments
Maintain inventory records, including lot numbers, expiration dates, labeling, and quality-control requirements
Assist with inspection preparation and regulatory-readiness activities
Support compliance with CAP, NYSDOH, Joint Commission, and other applicable standards
Complete required annual training, in-service education, and continuing-education activities
Maintain patient confidentiality and comply with all laboratory safety policies
Perform additional laboratory duties as assigned