Clinical Laboratory Technologist
Northwell•Village/Town of Mount Kisco, NY
•$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. The position also performs related duties as required. Responsibilities described as essential functions are subject to the Americans with Disabilities Act; related duties not mentioned are not considered essential functions.
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
- Performs assays of biological specimens according to established policies and procedures, using specific instruments, equipment, reagents, and techniques.
- Reviews and reports results; documents actions taken and alerts a supervisor to problems or unusual or critical results as they occur.
- Maintains equipment in operating condition through routine preventive maintenance, including start-up and shut-down procedures for major instruments, and documents these procedures.
- Performs and documents quality control procedures and follows the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) manual.
- Follows laboratory policies and procedures when test systems are outside established acceptable performance levels; maintains a clean workbench and surrounding area and follows safety and infection control procedures.
- Handles proficiency test samples for receipt and analysis in the same manner as patient specimens and performs special test procedures as directed.
- Identifies, corrects, and reports to management problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of results.
- Documents corrective action when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.
- Troubleshoots equipment to correct malfunctions and documents actions taken.
- Performs related duties as required.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
