Medical Laboratory Technologist (CLS/MLS) - Evening Contract - FlexStaff

FlexStaff • Town of Brookhaven, NY

4d • $52 - $80

About The Position

Performs clinical laboratory procedures, examinations, and other tests pursuant to established protocols. Maintains equipment and records and conducts quality assurance activities related to examination performance, exercising independent judgment and responsibility.

This is an evening contract position with FlexStaff. The role sets up and performs routine and complex laboratory tests and procedures relevant to the assigned laboratory area and the technologist’s qualifications; prepares and tests specimens; and reports results. The technologist follows quality control procedures, maintains and troubleshoots laboratory equipment and supplies, and uses infection control practices.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Basic Science, or a related field.
• New York State Education Department (NYSED) licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist, or as appropriate to the area of assignment.
• At least one year of work experience and/or training specific to the work being done in the assigned area.

Nice To Haves

• ASCP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and perform routine and complex laboratory tests and procedures relevant to the assigned laboratory area and personal qualifications.
• Prepare and test specimens for examination and report results.
• Follow established in-process quality control procedures, including recording data.
• Perform routine and preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment.
• Troubleshoot basic instrumentation, culture media, chemicals, reagents, stains, solutions, technical problems, and methodologies.
• Maintain sufficient supplies at the work station.
• Ensure and maintain quality control and assurance activities.
• Use infection control practices and procedures.
• Perform related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level