Clinical Laboratory Technologist
Binghamton, New York
United Health Services Hospitals Inc - 10-42 Mitchell Ave

Job Opportunity: Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Location: Binghamton, New York
Employment Type: Clinical-Allied
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Under limited supervision, perform routine and specialized clinical laboratory tests in assigned sections in a timely manner. Monitor lab processes, verify results, and may direct daily activities of the section in the absence of a supervisor with six or more years of experience. Follow relevant policies and procedures including state and federal guidelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform clinical analyses for routine, special, and automated tests; observe reactions and make qualitative or quantitative analyses.
• Recognize abnormal values and take appropriate action for alert/critical values.
• Perform, document, interpret, and troubleshoot quality control procedures.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on laboratory instruments and resolve technical problems.
• Verify and post results in Laboratory Information System (LIS) and file reports as needed.
• Obtain laboratory specimens (blood, urine, other body fluids) directly from patients as trained.
• Participate in continuing education to maintain professional competence and licensure.
• Assist in practical and clinical training of students and new employees.
• Evaluate and perform new testing methods and procedures.
• Act in a supervisory capacity in the absence of the supervisor if experienced (6+ years).
• May serve as Charge Technologist with supervisory responsibilities when qualified.

Required Qualifications

• Valid Medical Technologist license in New York
• New York State Licensed Clinical Laboratory Technologist
• Medical Technologist with at least 3 years of experience, including experience within the last year
• Bachelor's degree in clinical laboratory technology or equivalent educational qualification
• BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross