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Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success.
 
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HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.

Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.

Emp Status

Per Diem Part time

Work Shift

Variable (United States of America)

Compensation Range

The base pay scale for this position is $66.00 - $72.56. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.

What you will be doing

Education Requirements: BS in Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science or equivalent education that qualifies for a NYSDOH Clinical Laboratory Technologist licensure or CLIA qualifications for Testing Personnel  

Licensures Required: Clinical Laboratory Technologist (per work state, applicable for NYS) - Or - NYSDOH provisional license, with expectation that incumbent attain NYSDOH CLT license within 2 years. 

Certifications Preferred:  ASCP or MLT  

Minimum Year Experience Preferred:  1 year in a hospital based clinical laboratory or reference laboratory 

SKILLS – Required 

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.  

Strong customer service orientation. 

Additional Requirements 

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS 

Standing or sitting in the same location Standing or sitting in the same location; may require to stoop, climb or lift light material (<20 lbs.) or equipment. Examples: programmers, receptionists, medical technologists, and dishwashers. 

ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS 

Indoor area with frequent exposure. Located in an indoor area with frequent exposure to mild physical discomfort from dust, fumes, temperature, and noise. Examples: patient care providers and laboratory technicians. 

HAZARDS 

OSHA Category 1Tasks that involve exposure to blood, body fluids, tissues, and other potentially infectious materials. 

POSITION & UNIT ACCOUNTABILITIES 

Contributes to high-quality, safe laboratory practices in service to patients. Handles and processes specimens, ensuring proper identification. Performs accurate, routine clinical/diagnostic testing according to SOPs on human biological samples within the scope of one’s training. Analyzes, interprets, and reports laboratory results according to protocols and regulatory requirements. Operates laboratory equipment correctly, performs troubleshooting according to procedures as needed to resolve problems. Communicates effectively to other shifts and interdepartmentally when appropriate, regarding patient and operational issues. Performs required quality control testing on equipment and reagents. Knows acceptable levels of performance. Documents corrective actions taken for problem resolution, instrument maintenance, or quality control/test performance. Communicates clearly, accurately, and respectfully with customers and colleagues, ensuring that necessary information is shared. Notifies management or other key stakeholders of problems or issues as appropriate Attends and participates in continuing education opportunities to maintain relevancy and currency in professional practices and standards. 

Non-Discrimination Policy
Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment. Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards.