Perform routine and emergency clinical laboratory tests on blood and body fluids under the supervision of a Clinical Laboratory Director. Maintain equipment, quality control records, and ensure accurate data reporting within established turnaround times.
Requirements summary
Requires a Bachelor's degree and a valid certificate to practice in an approved clinical laboratory technology training program issued by the New York State Department of Education. Candidates must be capable of working under supervision and adhering to strict regulatory and safety guidelines.
bachelor degreeprofessional certificateQuality controlInventory managementInfection controlQuality assuranceEquipment maintenanceData reviewOrder entryTechnical problem solvingLaboratory safetyClinical laboratory testingSpecimen analysisLaboratory instrumentationReagent preparationPanic value reporting
Job description
City/State
New
Rochelle,
New
York
Grant
Funded:
No
Department: MNR Lab Operations Bargaining
Unit
1199 Work Shift: Night Work Days: EVENINGS VARY Scheduled Hours: 12:30 AM-8:30 AM Scheduled Daily Hours: 7.5 HOURS
Hourly Rate
$49.82 For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors. To learn more about the “Montefiore Difference” – who we are at Montefiore and all that we have to offer our associates, please click here. Job Summary Perform testing in an approved clinical laboratory technology training program under the supervision of an approved Clinical Laboratory Director. Testing restricted to the area of certification. Perform routine and emergency tests on blood and other body fluids using a variety of automated and manual instrumentation in a timely manner. Maintain equipment and records according to department procedures and regulatory guidelines in the areas of QA and QC. Use independent judgment to solve technical and procedural problems. Essential Functions Working under the supervision of an approved Clinical Laboratory Director in the area restricted by the Certificate. Perform routine and emergency tests on blood, serum, spinal fluid and other body fluids using automated and manual equipment, depending on procedure. Monitors specimens to ensure work is completed.
Perform within turnaround time criteria, and track incomplete samples in your area Review data prior to release. Work under the supervision of an approved Clinical Laboratory Director
All data upon release is free of errors Reports all panic values
Reported to appropriate individual or unit within IO minutes of verification. Maintains quality control data on tests performed, resolves QC failures and documents actions as stipulated by laboratory procedures
Completes task free of errors. Prepares reagents and takes inventory, and advises supervisor as required.
Completes task free of errors. Maintains all records of work performed and keeps maintenance logs of equipment.
Completed within defined interval (by shift, daily, weekly, etc.) Assists with answering the telephone and performs order entry in the LISA system, as necessary.
Benefits
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Paid time off
Life insurance
Flexible spending accounts
Disability benefits
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Prescription plan
Accident insurance
Tax deferred annuity 403(b)
Follow hospital telephone guidelines. LISA activities performed error free. May have individual responsibility for the work of a laboratory unit and may provide leadership for technicians.
Run required RE (remote entry) jobs. Assists with the training of new employees
As described by supervisor. Maintains clean work area in accordance with Infection Control guidelines.
Hospital, State, and federal guidelines in this area. Performs other laboratory related tasks under the direction of a supervisor, as and when required.
As described by supervisor. Qualifications BS Required or BA Required Clinical Laboratory Technologist Required Certificate to practice in an approved clinical laboratory technology training program issued by the New York State Department Of Education, Division of Professional Licensing Services. Practice is restricted to areas approved by the New York State Education Department Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Montefiore New Rochelle is part of Montefiore Health System, a premier academic medical center and the University Hospital for the Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Our mission is to heal, to teach, to discover and to advance the health of the communities we serve. Our vision is to be a premier academic medical center that transforms health and enriches lives. Those who work here are driven by a passion to serve and a desire to provide excellent care to all. We apply our standard of excellence to all that we do, including our benefits. Medical insurance, including prescription plan, dental and vision Flexible spending accounts Paid time off for illness, vacation and holidays Life, accident and business travel insurance Employee assistance program (EAP) Disability benefits to protect your income Tax Deferred Annuity 403(b) Employees also have access to an assortment of insurance products and discount programs through Voluntary Benefits. Click here to see the comprehensive benefits available to those who join our outstanding team. Through this link, you can find detailed benefits plan information, including rates, for non-union associates, NYSNA RNs and house staff. (1199 Union Benefits information is shared at their member benefits orientation upon hire.) Our aim is to develop and retain talent so that every associate can thrive and contribute authentically with opportunities for career growth throughout their career journey. When you join us, your journey will begin with a formal orientation, including specialized clinical orientations and in-house training. The Montefiore Learning Network provides programs and resources to support staff in their work and career. Associates benefit from formal classes, new associate and leader orientations, new equipment orientations, management development programs, e-learning opportunities and many more career development initiatives.
