Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Northwell•New York, NY

2d•$85,090 - $147,220

About The Position

Performs clinical laboratory procedures, examinations, and other tests according to established protocols. The role includes maintaining equipment and records and performing quality assurance activities related to examination performance, requiring independent judgment and responsibility.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
Current New York State license to practice as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist required.
Specialized certifications as needed.
0–1 years of technical experience required.

Responsibilities

Perform assays of biological specimens according to established policies and procedures using specified instruments, equipment, reagents, and techniques.
Review and report results, document actions taken, and alert a supervisor to problems or unusual or critical results.
Maintain equipment in operating condition through routine preventive maintenance, including instrument start-up and shut-down procedures, and document these procedures.
Perform and document quality control procedures; follow the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) manual and laboratory policies when test systems are outside established acceptable performance levels.
Maintain cleanliness of the workbench and surrounding area and follow established safety and infection-control procedures.
Handle proficiency test samples for receipt and analysis in the same manner as patient specimens, and perform special test procedures as directed.
Identify, correct, and report to management problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of results.
Document corrective action when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
Troubleshoot equipment to correct malfunctions and document actions taken.
Perform related duties as required.