CLINICAL LABORATORY TECHNOLOGIST

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BRONX, NY, US

Montefiore

<strong>As the academic medical center and University Hospital for Albert Einstein College of Medicine, Montefiore Medical Center is nationally recognized for clinical excellence&mdash;breaking new ground in research, training the next generation of healthcare leaders, and delivering science-driven, patient-centered care.</strong><br /><br /><strong>Montefiore is ranked among the top hospitals nationally and regionally by U.S. News &amp; World Report. For more than 100 years we have been innovating new treatments, new procedures and new approaches to patient care, producing stellar outcomes and raising the bar for medical centers in the region and around the world. As we build on this momentum, we continue to advance the practice of medicine and set the standard for excellence.</strong> https://www.montefiore.org/

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Regular Full-Time

$45.56

Overview: <p>Montefiore Medical Center's Division of Clinical Pathology is responsible for the laboratory testing of blood, urine, and body fluids for disease diagnosis and health maintenance. Utilizing the latest advances in computer technology, the Division maintains millions of dollars of state-of-the-art automated equipment at its laboratory sites and services hospitals, nursing homes, the Montefiore Medical Group, faculty practices, and voluntary physicians' offices at more than 40 sites.&nbsp;</p> <p>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 agencies guidelines in the areas of QA and QC. Use independent judgment to solve technical and procedural problems. In some instances, ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time is necessary.&nbsp;<br /><br /></p> <p>This position is located at the Wakefield campus in the Rapid Response Lab. The hours are 8:00am - 4:00pm.</p> <p>Enjoy the rewards of working in the Lab at Montefiore. There will be a $5,000.00 sign on bonus for the selected applicant.</p> <p><strong>Department:</strong>&nbsp;Pathology<strong>&nbsp;Bargaining Unit:&nbsp;</strong>1199<strong>&nbsp;Campus:&nbsp;</strong>WAKEFIELD<strong>&nbsp;Employment Status:&nbsp;</strong>Regular Full-Time<strong>&nbsp;Address:&nbsp;</strong>600 East 233rd Street, Bronx&nbsp;<strong>Shift:&nbsp;</strong>Day<strong>&nbsp;Scheduled Hours:&nbsp;</strong>8 AM-4 PM<strong>&nbsp;Req ID:&nbsp;</strong>217706&nbsp;<strong>Salary Range/Pay Rate:</strong>&nbsp;$45.56&nbsp;</p> <p><br /><br /><br /></p>
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Perform routine and emergency tests on blood, serum, spinal fluid, and other body fluids using automated and manual equipment, depending on procedure. Monitor specimens to ensure work is completed.</li> <li>Review data prior to release.</li> <li>Report all panic, abnormal, etc. values.</li> <li>Maintain quality control data on tests performed, resolve QC failures and document actions as stipulated by laboratory procedures.</li> <li>Prepare reagents and take inventory, and advise supervisor as required.</li> <li>Maintain all records of work performed and keep maintenance logs of equipment.</li> <li>Assist with answering the telephone and performing order entry in the LIS system, as necessary.</li> <li>May have individual responsibility for the work of a laboratory unit and may provide leadership for technicians.</li> <li>Assist with the training of new employees.</li> <li>Maintain clean work area in accordance with Infection Control guidelines.</li> <li>Perform other laboratory related tasks under the direction of a supervisor as needed.</li> </ul>
Requirements: <ul> <li>Position requires at least a Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in a physical science, medical technology preferred.</li> <li>New York State Department of Education Clinical Laboratory Technologist License or a limited permit are required. Applicants must obtain the provisional permit within the probationary period of three months for continued employment. Prior to obtaining the provisional permit, associates may not release any patient reports.</li> <li>Laboratory and hospital information system computers, variety of automated equipment and other laboratory equipment is required.</li> </ul> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed&nbsp;rate is the hiring&nbsp;rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>To learn more about the &ldquo;Montefiore Difference&rdquo; &ndash; who we are at Montefiore and all that we have to offer our associates, please click&nbsp;<strong><a href="http://www.mymontebenefits.com/montefiore-difference" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">here</a>.&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>​</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Diversity, equity and inclusion are core values of Montefiore. We are committed to recruiting and creating an environment in which associates feel empowered to thrive and be their authentic selves through our inclusive culture. We welcome your interest and invite you to join us.&nbsp;</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Montefiore is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore 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&nbsp;disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status,&nbsp;or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.&nbsp;</strong></p>