Medical Technologist Specialist, Urgent Care Testing,

University of Rochester • Town of Henrietta, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Technology Specialist - Urgent Care Testing is responsible for performing laboratory procedures with special emphasis on donor testing and/or other urgent testing protocols. Due to the unpredictable nature of testing, this position requires flexibility in availability and considerable latitude for independence. With direction from Section leadership, will follow all appropriate regulatory requirements and coordinate with all entities (internal and external) to provide the highest level of testing. As a core member of the technical staff, this position will perform all duties of the Medical Technologist II and will adhere to all hospital and laboratory policies. Communicates with internal and external clients clearly and professionally.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or related field with valid NYS licensure required.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience as a Medical Laboratory Scientist post licensure required.
• NYS Licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist required.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience as a Medical Laboratory Scientist post licensure preferred.
• Highly organized and ability to multi-task, attention to detail preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs duties of a Medical Technologist with minimal oversight.
• Performs, evaluates, and documents advanced troubleshooting and problem-solving activities.
• Liaisons with clients and nursing personnel, and interprets data for appropriate health professionals.
• Documents and maintains to a high degree; quality control (QC), proficiency testing, quality assurance, and other records to meet regulatory requirements and criteria of external agencies (ex. UNOS…)
• Performs testing and clinical work-ups within the required time of current procedure/organ preservation methods.
• Attends relevant meetings as requested.
• Engages in continuing education, role specific training, and competency assessments to augment professional development and success in this position.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better.
• In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics).
• This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level