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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist - Microbiology - Per Diem. 

In this role, the successful candidate Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures performs various clinical laboratory tests in one or more sections of the Laboratory Department in order to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease Analyzes and interprets test results and ensures accuracy of same Repeat tests as necessary especially those yielding abnormal or atypical results and notifies appropriate personnel of such results

Job Responsibilities:

Performance Expectations: Technical Skills

Applies a basic level of knowledge of methods and clinical relevance of tests performed in their area of responsibilityPerforms all preventive maintenance on schedule in accordance with laboratory procedureRecognizes abnormal instrument or test performance and does not release patient results until the situation is correctedPerforms basic troubleshooting procedures and seeks assistance when necessaryMonitors reagent and supply inventory and informs supervisor of needsWorks effectively in high pressure situations nbsp; Does not lose composure or make mistakes when processing a high volume of workOrganizes work well so others can easily work with them and take over for them in their absenceVerifies and Processes specimens in an organized and timely mannerCan perform phlebotomy when required with expertiseFollows all procedures accuratelyPerforms all test procedures accurately

Performance Expectations: Quality Assurance

Performs Quality Control according to Laboratory protocolDocuments Quality ControlDocuments corrective action when neededFollows laboratory procedure when Q C failsApplies knowledge of test interrelationships and assures results are accurate

Performance Expectations: Communication

Communicates clearly and conciselyListens attentively and follows directionsDemonstrates proper telephone techniques and etiquetteEffectively utilizes the computer to process specimens report results and access informationCommunicates ideas and suggestions with a positive intentConveys respect for the profession and acts in a professional mannerWorks well in cooperation with othersCommunicates knowledge and demonstrates procedures effectively to coworkers and studentsCritical values are called to the designated contact person and recorded in the critical value bookComputer downtime procedures are followed when the computer is not operationalDemonstrates ability to utilize technical communication procedure manual etc in the performance of their duties

Analytical Skills

Performance Expectations:

Demonstrates the ability to analyze problems to determine the cause and find solutionsFollows a logical process to problem resolutionUses all available resources to solve problems including manuals and manufacturers technical servicesDisplays knowledge of mathematical and statistical calculations to evaluate Quality Control and calculate patient results

Other Functions and Performance Expectations

Performance Expectations:

Maintains a consistent pattern of attendanceReports to assigned area on time for scheduled shiftAdheres to hospital/department dress code nbsp; Arrives to work appropriately dressed well groomed and neatCompletes all hospital requirements at designated time i e annual assessments educational MedNetTraConforms to policies regarding confidentiality of informationFollows call in procedure when sick late or absent

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a BS in Medical Technology which includes a clinical internship or BS in a related discipline with one year supervised clinical laboratory experience NYS Education Department Clinical Laboratory Technologist License or Eligible Professional accreditation preferred Analytical skills necessary to analyze data and perform mathematical calculations Basic knowledge of computer fundamentals and experience with laboratory information systems Technical skills necessary to operate maintain and troubleshoot instrumentation and perform routine and complex testing Effectively communicates detailed data and procedures Works effectively in high pressure situations Excellent organizational skills Excellent interpersonal skills Performs supervisory responsibilities.

Required Licenses: Clinical Lab Technologist-NYS

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you’ll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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NYU Langone Hospital—Suffolk provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $$58.92 - $58.92 hourly. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefit.

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