Lab Technologist 3 - Nyc Health Hospitals : Job Details

Kings County Hospital Center has a rich legacy for its pioneering role in medicine. Today, with over 625 beds, our hospital remains on the cutting edge of technology and provides the most modern procedures with state-of-the-art equipment. Built in 1831 as a one room infirmary for publicly supported care of the sick, Kings County Hospital Center continues to be a leading healthcare facility whose mission is to provide care to everyone regardless of their ability to pay. The hospital provides a wide range of health services, and specialties are offered in all fields of modern medicine. More than 200 clinics provide a wide array of ambulatory care services.At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.Work Shifts12:00 A.M - 8:00 A.MJob DescriptionPURPOSE OF POSITION:Under the general supervision of the Shift Supervisor, Assistant Director, Lab Director and Lab Administrator, this individual performs a full range of services, as assigned.AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIESAll Laboratory areasSUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs routine clinical testing laboratory areas where he/she is fully trained and in compliance with Federal, NYS DOH, CAP and TJC standards.
• Complies with all laboratory established policies and procedures performed in the area of assignment, when testing patient samples from various sources.
• Performs clinical laboratory tests, including specialized PCR tests for the diagnosis of infectious diseases and obtains data for use in diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
• Understands the principles of and competently performs a variety of techniques in both manual and automated testing.
• Works independently, organizing work to meet established deadlines; records and files all data obtained.
• Provides guidance and technical training to clinical laboratory technologists and technicians assigned at Levels I and II, and other appropriate laboratory personnel. Coordinates, reviews and monitors their work; provides constructive feedback and suggestions on activities of subordinates to senior leadership.
• Performs proficiency testing in the same manner as patient samples.
• Follows KCH safety protocol at all times.
• Demonstrates the ability to follow standard and complex scientific laboratory methods and procedures.
• Participates in non-routine testing procedures in association with specialized research program(s); makes suggestions to procedures, techniques and tests as appropriate and required.
• Reports critical value results promptly and documents them immediately as per KCH laboratory established guidelines.
• Understands the principles of and competently performs a variety of techniques in both manual and automated testing; following KCHC laboratory's established policy and procedure guidelines.
• Works independently, organizing work to meet established deadlines, records and files all data obtained.
• Performs proficiency testing in the same manner as patient samples.
• Follows KCHC safety protocol at all times.
• Demonstrates ability to follow standard and complex scientific laboratory methods and procedures.
• Participates in non-routine testing procedures in association with specialized research program(s); makes suggestions to minor modifications to procedures, techniques and tests, as appropriate or as required.
• Reports critical value results promptly and documents the m immediately, as per KCHC laboratory's established guidelines.
• May participate in or supervise the preparation, administration and rating of laboratory proficiency test programs.

CALIBRATIONS AND QUALITY CONTROLS/ QUALITY ASSURANCE

• Analyzes all quality control materials and reviews data under the supervision of a clinical lab technologist level IV.Complies with all quality control rules as per KCHC laboratory's established guidelines.Takes corrective action when necessary.
• Documents activities as necessary.
• Enters and retrieves patient data accurately, utilizing the laboratory information system (LIS).

PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCE

• Performs preventive maintenance.
• Documents activities as required.
• Performs troubleshooting techniques for major instruments when applicable.
• Corrects problems or notifies the supervisor immediately.
• Documents all corrective actions taken.

OTHER FACTORS

• Attends, participates in and evaluates continuing education and in-service education.
• Is aware of, contributes to and observes laboratory safety at all times.
• Maintains strict patient confidentiality (HIPAA) at all times.
• Participates in the development, evaluation and implementation of new methods and equipment if requested.
• Demonstrates knowledge of clinical laboratory terminology.
• Demonstrates knowledge in the area of specialty.
• Prepares labels, packages and standardizes laboratory media, reagents, controls and specimens for use in analysis.
• Prepares work orders for laboratory repairs
• Completes all required documentation and reporting in accordance with departmental and other regulatory guidelines.
• Assists in developing and revising laboratory policies and procedures.
• Designs and maintains charts, logs and other records.
• May prepare correspondence and narrative /statistical reports.

WORK AIDES

• Includes the safe use and handling of toxic, infectious, fumes electrical and other bio-hazardous substances.

Work RelationshipReports to:

• Section Supervisor
• Manager
• Administrator
• Director of Pathology

Minimum Qualifications1. Valid license as a clinical laboratory technologist, cytotechnologist, or histotechnologist issued by the NYSED.In addition to meeting the qualification requirement of Assignment Level II, appointment to Level III requires:1. One (1) year of full-time paid experience as a technologist in a clinical laboratory or blood bank.If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the Apply Now button.NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week.
• Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
• Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees.
• Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
• College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities
• Multiple employee discounts programs