Medical Technologist - PT - 20hr - Day/Eve - Vassar

DescriptionNorthwell is the largest not-for-profit health system in the Northeast, serving residents of New York and Connecticut with 28 hospitals, more than 1,000 outpatient facilities, 22,000 nurses and over 20,000 physicians. Northwell cares for more than three million people annually in the New York metro area, including Long Island, the Hudson Valley, Connecticut and beyond, thanks to philanthropic support from our communities. Northwell is New York State’s largest private employer with over 104,000 employees — including members of Northwell Health Physician Partners — who are working to change health care for the better.SummaryPerforms laboratory tests relevant to the section(s) in which they are assigned including quality control testing following established criteria. Responsible for performing routine and non-routine activities pertaining to laboratory testing and the reporting of results. Performs moderately difficult to complex tasks. Performs assigned analytical testing procedures in an accurate, precise and timely manner. In addition, performs clerical and computer related activities with a degree of supervision dependent on experience and training.Essential ResponsibilitiesMaintain and Model REACH Values (Respect, Excellence, Accountability, Compassion, Honor)Demonstrates regular, reliable and predictable attendancePerforms other duties as requiredPerforms all tests relative to the section(s) in which they are assigned, following all laboratory policies and procedures and ensuring that the specimen is acceptable for testingIdentifies problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered and immediately notify the supervisor.Adheres to STAT and Critical Result reporting proceduresPerforms, troubleshoots and monitors all QC and QA functions in their assigned section or instrument. Reacts to and documents QC failures and follows the established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the acceptable levels of performance.Documents all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and all maintenance performedDocuments all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the established performance specificationsEnsures that reagents/test fits have received, expiration, and opened dates.Follows all PPE requirements, CLIA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in the safety manualsParticipate in government or regulatory agency inspections as required.Maintains clinical competency and current professional knowledgeAssists with the training of department employees and students.Maintains the confidentiality of employees and department information with no infractionsREQUIREMENTS - Education And Experience RequirementsBachelor’s Degree in MT or equivalentOne-year Medical Technology experience preferred. New grads consideredNYS Medical Technologist LicensePreferredprevious microbiology experience preferredMinimum Knowledge, Skills And Abilities RequirementsExcellent Customer Service SkillsStrong Computer & Writing SkillsAbility to Multitask and work under pressureLicense, Registration, Or Certification RequirementsNYS MT LicenseEnvironmental FactorsFactors Affecting Environment Conditions May Vary Depending On The Assigned Work Area And Tasks. Potential Environmental Exposures Include, But Are Not Limited ToExposure to biohazards and chemical hazards are a possibility Experiencing stressful conditions where a professional attitude will be requiredMulti-TaskingWorking ConditionsManual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterityOccupational: Some occupational riskPhysical Effort: Medium to Heavy effort. May exert up to 35 lbs. forcePhysical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.Company: Vassar Brothers Medical CenterOrg Unit: 1668Department: MicrobiologyExempt: NoSalary Range: $36.53 - $67.90 Hourly