Senior Medical Technologist - Laboratory

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The Senior Medical Technologist performs, evaluates and reports routine and STAT laboratory tests on blood, urine, and other body fluids. Tests are performed using various automated and manual methods.

The Sr Medical Technologist hired for the purpose of working on 2nd and 3rd shifts must be able to work in the following laboratory departments: Hematology, Microbiology, Chemistry, Serology, Urinalysis, Blood Bank and perform all required test procedures in each department.

The Sr Medical Technologist hired for the purpose of working on the 1st shift must be able to perform all required test procedures in the department(s) by which he/she has been hired. The Sr Medical Technologist is responsible for instrument maintenance and troubleshooting, quality control evaluation and problem solving, and quality assurance data collection.

Requirements

• Must be licensed as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist by the New York State Education Department and be certified as a Medical Technologist by ASCP or AMT.
• Baccalaureate degree or a foreign equivalent in Medical Technology or related science field.
• Must meet NYS Department of Health qualifications for Medical Technologist as stated in Public Health Law Part 58.1-1.5.
• Previous experience working in a highly automated environment preferred.
• Independent, mature, self-motivated, reliable and responsible.
• Able to serve the needs of patients ages neonatal to geriatric.
• Able to deal with all types of customers in a pleasant, professional manner.
• Must possess excellent organizational skills and a strong ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Performs, evaluates, and reports routine and STAT laboratory tests on blood, urine, and other body fluids
• Perform all required test procedures using various automated and manual methods
• Operate and maintain sophisticated equipment per section procedures, perform preventative maintenance, troubleshoot instrument problems as necessary.
• Perform, evaluate, troubleshoot, and document proper quality control procedures.
• Perform proficiency testing as directed.
• Monitor and maintain appropriate supply levels. Communicate supply needs as necessary.
• Involved in training of students and new employees as required.
• Maintain competency per department policy
• Assist with department Quality Assurance and Process Improvement projects.
• May act as department charge tech when the minimum experience requirements as defined in 10 NYCRR Part 58-1.4 of NY Public Health Law have been met.
• Assist supervisor with regulatory compliance needs
• Works with lab IT department on computer updates and changes to meet department service needs
• Follow hospital policies and procedures that relate to mandatory education, annual health assessment, and licensure verification.

Ellis Medicine is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, and will prohibit, discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), age, national origin, disability (including pregnancy-related conditions), genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, prior arrest or conviction record, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender identity, gender expression, reproductive health decisions, domestic violence victim status, known relationship or association with any member of a protected class, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law violates federal, state and, where applicable, local laws , reproductive health decisions or source of payment, consistent with applicable legislation and to comply with the laws pertaining thereto.

Salary Range

$32.20-$50.56/hour Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Location: Ellis Medicine · Laboratory- Shifts

Schedule: Full Time (40 Hours), Nights