Senior Clinical Laboratory Technologist at NYU Langone Health

Mineola, New York, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jun, 26

Salary

143059.93

Posted On

25 Mar, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Specimen Processing, Laboratory Testing, Quality Control, Instrument Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Result Reporting, Medical Record Review, Critical Value Communication, Proficiency Assessment, Competency Assessment, Patient Safety Intelligence, Validation Studies, Staff Training, Safety Practices, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills

Industry

Description

NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center, which offers sophisticated diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a major regional healthcare resource with a deep commitment to medical education and research, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge. Learn more about NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island [https://nyulangone.org/locations/nyu-langone-hospital-long-island], and interact with us on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/nyulangonehealth/?viewAsMember=true], Glassdoor [https://www.glassdoor.com/Reviews/NYU-Langone-Health-Reviews-E121521.htm], Indeed [https://www.indeed.com/cmp/Nyu-Langone-Health/reviews], Facebook [http://facebook.com/NYULangone], Twitter [http://twitter.com/nyulangone], YouTube [http://www.youtube.com/user/nyulmc] and Instagram [http://instagram.com/nyulangone]. Position Summary: We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Senior Clinical Laboratory Technologist. In this role, the successful candidate This position performs all routine and complicated laboratory procedures including specimen processing and handling, testing of patient specimens, calculating and reporting of results, performance of quality control procedures, operation and maintenance of instruments and equipment. Can function with minimal supervision, participates in problem resolution and is a resource to junior technologists. Job Responsibilities: • Performs laboratory tests and procedures. • Follows approved policies and procedures in performing specific methodologies and instrument operations and follows approved policies for proper recording and reporting of results. • Performs and documents procedures required to ensure the quality of testing being performed. Responsibility includes quality control, instrument preventative maintenance, function checks and calibration. • Follow approved guidelines when troubleshooting and carry out appropriate course of action when control values and/or instrument functions checks are invalid or inconsistent. • Review patient results prior to release to the electronic medical record. Correlate final results with known facts concerning patient history/previous values and recognize the validity of results and identify/reject those results that are illogical. • Communicate critical values and barriers to testing to medical staff according to protocol. Document according to laboratory policy. • Complete assigned proficiency and competency assessments • Maintain sufficient testing supplies in work area, including ordering if directed by lead. • Consistently generate and review pending logs • Enters Patient Safety Intelligence (PSI) as required. Understands the importance of systems-based error reporting and uses Patient Safety Intelligence (PSI) as intended. When assigned will Investigates PSI related to their shift, bench workstation etc. • Be a resource to clinical laboratory technologist. • Ensure shift communication logs are complete. Communicate sick calls and staffing issues to lead technologist or supervisor. • Assist supervisor and lead in the completion of validation studies. • Trains new medical technologist/residents and helps the lead technologist in the evaluation of performance in determining the competency of new medical technologists. Supplies feedback surrounding training of staff to lead and supervisor when requested. • Ensures that personnel are aware of, and observe, good safety practices by following all safety requirements for PPE and the utilization of engineering controls to maintain a safe work environment. • Performs other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: To qualify you must have a NYSDOH Licensed as a Certified Clinical Laboratory Technologist. Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology from a program registered by the NYS Department of Education or Bachelor's Degree in the major of biology, chemistry or physical sciences from an accredited college or university. One year experience in a clinical laboratory (completion of an internship at a qualified institution is acceptable). NYS License. 3 year's experience as a Medical Technologist in the appropriate discipline. Effective Interpersonal and Communication skills required. Required Licenses: Clinical Lab Technologist-NYS Preferred Qualifications: ASCP Certified. Excellent computer knowledge/skill. Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization. NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island 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. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family. NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island 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. View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal [https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf]. NYU Langone Health 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 $119,427.24 - $143,059.93 Annually. 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 benefits. To view the Pay Transparency Notice, please click here [https://cdn-static.findly.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/290/2017/04/pay-transp_formattedESQA508c.pdf]

Responsibilities

This role involves performing all routine and complicated laboratory procedures, including specimen processing, testing, result calculation and reporting, and executing quality control and instrument maintenance. The technologist must function with minimal supervision, participate in problem resolution, and serve as a resource for junior staff.