Job Description

Summary: A Medical Laboratory Technologist is required to perform routine medical laboratory tests for the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of disease. Responsible for operation of the laboratory.

Microbiology experience required with parasitology.

Essential Functions:

• Perform technical laboratory functions including chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, immunology and /or other discipline(s) according to approved policies and procedures in which the individual has been trained.
• Report test results following approved laboratory protocols alerting clinicians about abnormal results.
• Ensure quality control, maintain integrity of samples, and maintain accurate record keeping.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and supplies.
• Set up, maintain, calibrate, clean, and troubleshoot medical laboratory instruments.
• Comply with all laboratory policies and OSHA, CAP, CLIA, and additional state regulations related to safety, cleanliness and infection control.
• Assist Lab Management as needed.

Skills:

• Knowledge of medical laboratory principles, standards, applications, terminology and tests.
• Knowledge of medical laboratory safety, cleanliness and infection control policies.
• Knowledge of medical laboratory equipment and instrument uses and maintenance.
• Accuracy – Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Computer Skills – Proficient ability to use a computer and electronic medical record.
• Confidentiality – Maintain patient, team member and employer confidentiality.
• Customer Service Oriented – Friendly, cheerful and helpful to patients and others.
• Detail Oriented – Ability to pay attention to the minute details of a project or task.
• Flexibility – Ability to adapt easily to changing conditions and work responsibilities.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor degree in Biological, Chemical, Physical science or equivalent
• One-year clinical laboratory experience preferred

Certification and Licensure:

• ASCP, AMT certification or NYS license preferred

Work Environment:

• Environmentally controlled clinical laboratory environment
• Fast paced environment with occasional high pressure or emergent situations
• Frequent exposure to bodily fluids
• Possible exposure to infectious specimens, communicable diseases, hazardous and toxic substances, and other conditions common to a laboratory environment
• Must wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as gloves or a faceshield
• Frequent interaction with a diverse population including team members, providers, patients, regulatory and accrediting agencies, and other members of the public

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