Lab Technologist 3- Chemistry

Kings County Hospital Center has a rich legacy for its pioneering role in medicine. Today, with over 625 beds, our hospital remains on the cutting edge of technology and provides the most modern procedures with state-of-the-art equipment. Built in 1831 as a one room infirmary for publicly supported care of the sick, Kings County Hospital Center continues to be a leading healthcare facility whose mission is to provide care to everyone regardless of their ability to pay. The hospital provides a wide range of health services, and specialties are offered in all fields of modern medicine. More than 200 clinics provide a wide array of ambulatory care services.At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.Work Shifts12:00 A.M - 8:00 A.MJob DescriptionPURPOSE OF POSITION:Under the general supervision of the Shift Supervisor, Assistant Director, Lab Director and Lab Administrator, this individual performs a full range of services, as assigned.AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITIESAll Laboratory areasSUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs routine clinical testing laboratory areas where heshe is fully trained and in compliance with Federal, NYS DOH, CAP and TJC plies with all laboratory established policies and procedures performed in the area of assignment, when testing patient samples from various sources.Performs clinical laboratory tests, including specialized PCR tests for the diagnosis of infectious diseases and obtains data for use in diagnosis and treatment of diseases.Understands the principles of and competently performs a variety of techniques in both manual and automated testing.Works independently, organizing work to meet established deadlines; records and files all data obtained.Provides guidance and technical training to clinical laboratory technologists and technicians assigned at Levels I and II, and other appropriate laboratory personnel. Coordinates, reviews and monitors their work; provides constructive feedback and suggestions on activities of subordinates to senior leadership.Performs proficiency testing in the same manner as patient samples.Follows KCH safety protocol at all times.Demonstrates the ability to follow standard and complex scientific laboratory methods and procedures.Participates in non-routine testing procedures in association with specialized research program(s); makes suggestions to procedures, techniques and tests as appropriate and required.Reports critical value results promptly and documents them immediately as per KCH laboratory established guidelines.Understands the principles of and competently performs a variety of techniques in both manual and automated testing; following KCHC laboratory's established policy and procedure guidelines.Works independently, organizing work to meet established deadlines, records and files all data obtained.Performs proficiency testing in the same manner as patient samples.Follows KCHC safety protocol at all times.Demonstrates ability to follow standard and complex scientific laboratory methods and procedures.Participates in non-routine testing procedures in association with specialized research program(s); makes suggestions to minor modifications to procedures, techniques and tests, as appropriate or as required.Reports critical value results promptly and documents the m immediately, as per KCHC laboratory's established guidelines.May participate in or supervise the preparation, administration and rating of laboratory proficiency test programs.CALIBRATIONS AND QUALITY CONTROLS QUALITY ASSURANCEAnalyzes all quality control materials and reviews data under the supervision of a clinical lab technologist level plies with all quality control rules as per KCHC laboratory's established guidelines.Takes corrective action when necessary.Documents activities as necessary.Enters and retrieves patient data accurately, utilizing the laboratory information system (LIS).PREVENTIVE MAINTENANCEPerforms preventive maintenance.Documents activities as required.Performs troubleshooting techniques for major instruments when applicable.Corrects problems or notifies the supervisor immediately.Documents all corrective actions taken.OTHER FACTORSAttends, participates in and evaluates continuing education and in-service education.Is aware of, contributes to and observes laboratory safety at all times.Maintains strict patient confidentiality (HIPAA) at all times.Participates in the development, evaluation and implementation of new methods and equipment if requested.Demonstrates knowledge of clinical laboratory terminology.Demonstrates knowledge in the area of specialty.Prepares labels, packages and standardizes laboratory media, reagents, controls and specimens for use in analysis.Prepares work orders for laboratory repairsCompletes all required documentation and reporting in accordance with departmental and other regulatory guidelines.Assists in developing and revising laboratory policies and procedures.Designs and maintains charts, logs and other records.May prepare correspondence and narrative statistical reports.WORK AIDESIncludes the safe use and handling of toxic, infectious, fumes electrical and other bio-hazardous substances.Work RelationshipReports to:Section SupervisorManagerAdministratorDirector of PathologyMinimum Qualifications1. Valid license as a clinical laboratory technologist, cytotechnologist, or histotechnologist issued by the addition to meeting the qualification requirement of Assignment Level II, appointment to Level III requires:1. One (1) year of full-time paid experience as a technologist in a clinical laboratory or blood bank.If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply Now" button.NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week.Retirement Savings and Pension PlansLoan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees.Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contractsCollege tuition discounts and professional development opportunitiesMultiple employee discounts programs

Created: 2025-03-05