Clinical Laboratory Specialist-Embryology Laboratory
Weill Cornell Medical College•New York, NY
•$31 - $37
About The Position
Under guidance and supervision, the Clinical Laboratory Specialist oversees and coordinates daily activities within the clinical laboratory in accordance with standard operating policies and procedures. The role includes daily quality control and equipment monitoring, tissue and cell culture activities and setups, and detailed preparation of patient laboratory records. The specialist may also support staff orientation and training and provide working supervision to lower-level laboratory staff.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- Approximately two years of related work experience within a clinical or research laboratory.
- Ability to work flexible hours and weekends, with a required 6:00 AM start.
- Detail-oriented approach and ability to work as part of a team.
Responsibilities
- Maintain inventory of supplies, equipment, and reagents; order them as authorized or escalate needs, receive orders, confirm delivery accuracy, and potentially assist with cost control.
- Ensure laboratory facilities and equipment are in proper working condition; coordinate preventative maintenance and repairs, perform minor repairs if qualified, and advise on upgrades.
- Ensure laboratory quality assurance goals and standards are met, evaluate quality control trends, and implement corrective actions when needed.
- Ensure safe laboratory practices, including the use and disposal of chemicals and hazardous materials.
- Write or amend laboratory operating protocols and implement new technology and protocols as needed.
- Perform microscopic imaging analyses as needed.
- Carry out daily quality control protocols and monitor laboratory instruments and equipment.
- Perform daily tissue and cell culture activities and setups.
- Prepare detailed patient laboratory records.
- Assist with orientation and training of new staff and provide working supervision to lower-level laboratory staff as needed.
- Use computer programs and electronic medical records.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
