Clinical Laboratory Technologist - Specialty(CL)(99)

Northwell•Village of New Hyde Park, NY

17h•Onsite

About The Position

This position guides lab tests in the areas of specialty (NGS, Molecular Diagnostics). It involves performing clinical laboratory procedures, examinations, and other tests according to established protocols. This includes maintaining equipment and records, and performing quality assurance activities related to examination performance, requiring the exercise of independent judgment and responsibility.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree required.
Current License to practice as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist in New York State required.
A minimum of 2-to-4-year experience in Molecular Diagnostics.
A minimum of 1 year experience specializing in NGS Assays.

Nice To Haves

MS preferred.

Responsibilities

Sets-up and performs a variety of routine and/or complex laboratory tests and procedures involving NGS as well as other techniques such as nucleic acid isolation, PCR, capillary electrophoresis, on clinical specimens according to established policies and procedures, utilizing specific instruments, equipment, reagents and techniques.
Prepares and tests specimens for examination and reviews and reports results.
Follows established in-process quality control procedures including recording data.
Treats proficiency test samples, with respect to receipt and analysis, in the same manner as patients' specimens; performs special test procedure as directed.
Performs routine and/or preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment.
Troubleshoots basic instrumentation, reagents, technical problems and methodologies.
Maintains sufficient supplies at work station.
Ensures and maintains quality control and assurance activities.
Uses Infection Control practices and procedures including, but not limited to, wearing gloves, goggles, protective masks and other safety equipment.
Performs related duties as required.