Clinical Laboratory Technologist

POSITION SUMMARY:

Clinical Laboratory Technologists perform various biochemical, immunoassay, microscopic and bacteriological tests to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare microscopic slides as necessary. Study slides using microscopic techniques and/or subject specimens to automatic analyzing equipment or manual techniques to perform qualitative and quantitative analyses.
• Verify specimen acceptability. Identify and label all specimens accurately including aliquots. Retain and store specimens properly for further reference or use.
• Prepare, calibrate and verify performance of laboratory instrumentation. Perform instrument maintenance as required. Troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation problems.
• Uses clinical judgment and knowledge to report laboratory test results using laboratory information systems or utilizing manual report forms (in case of computer downtime). Ensure critical values are called immediately.
• Able to troubleshoot and utilize problem-solving skills when necessary. Notify Laboratory supervisors of any problems, unresolved issues or customer complaints timely.
• Perform and record quality control results. Apply appropriate quality control rules to determine test run acceptability.
• Run correlation, linearity and proficiency samples as requested by the Laboratory Supervisor.
• Participate in laboratory and hospital performance improvement projects and objectives.
• Ally principles of customer service to all aspects of daily work.
• Train, orient, mentor and supervise new employees and/or students in the laboratory.
• Follow established hospital, departmental, safety, environmental and infection control policies and procedures.
• Comply with all regulatory requirements and maintain all records as needed by Joint Commission. College of American Pathologists, and New York State Department of Health agencies including quality control, quality assurance, equipment maintenance records, annual education, and employee health assessments.
• Follow HIPAA and hospital compliance policies.
• Perform other duties as requested by the Manager or Supervisor.

Clinical Laboratory Technologists may be assigned "Lead" or "Technologist in Charge" duties. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Direct and assist other Clinical Laboratory Technologists, Laboratory Technicians, Trainees, and Phlebotomists as needed.
• Make staff adjustments as needed to accommodate workload and/or sick calls.
• Problem-solving and troubleshooting any issues that arise in the absence of the laboratory supervisor and/or laboratory administration.
• Report directly to the supervisor any problems or issues within the operation or organization which may effect the integrity of their respective section.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Qualified by New York State Department of Health as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist. Valid NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technologist license or permit.
• Successful completion of a full course of study that meets all academic requirements for a bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Clinical Laboratory Science or related science from a college or university.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Exposed to the danger of infection or harm from pathogenic material or chemicals. May be exposed to low-level radiation. Occasional prolonged standing or walking. Subject to eyestrain.

As part of employment at Southampton Hospital, there may be occasions when travel to other locations is needed to support operational needs.

Special Notes:Resume/CV should be included with the online application.

• Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.
• All Hospital positions may be subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
• This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
• This function/position maybe designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established based on relevant experience.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents SBSH’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck!

Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:

Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Southampton Hospital’s Employee Health Services*

• Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
• Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen*
• Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre-employment screenings.
• Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

*The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.

Company Overview:

Stony Brook Southampton Hospital as part of Stony Brook Medicine provides direct access to the highest level of academic-based medical care. Located in the heart of the village of Southampton, two hours from New York City, the hospital provides healthcare services to a diverse community of year-round residents, second homeowners and vacationers. The population, about 75,000 in the winter months, increases sharply to more than 300,000 in the summer. Stony Brook Southampton Hospital has been recognized as a Long Island Top Workplace by Newsday among large employers (defined as having 500+ employees).

StaffCo is a Professional Employer Organization, commonly referred to as a PEO, duty organized and registered under the New York Professional Employer Organization Law. StaffCo and SUNY have entered into a professional employer agreement under which StaffCo is the employer of Stony Brook Southampton employees and responsible for employment, including, promotions, disciplines, terminations, the day-to-day direction and supervision of work, as well as labor relations and collective bargaining.StaffCo is fully responsible for providing all payroll and human resource services, including the payment of wages, collecting and reporting payroll taxes and maintaining any and all employee benefits. SUNY Stony Brook Hospital is responsible for the operation of the hospital and provision of health care and is the co-employer as is necessary to conduct its responsibilities and for related licensure, regulatory or statutory requirements and obligations.

Given StaffCo’s employment responsibilities, it is deemed the “employer” for employment and labor law purposes. Thus, the employees are private sector employees of StaffCo, not public sector employees of SUNY. The private sector nature of the StaffCo employees has been approved by NYS Civil Service and upheld in a decision by the US National Labor Relations Board.

Stony Brook Medicine is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, consistent with our shared core values and our intent to achieve excellence, remains dedicated to supporting healthier and more resilient communities, both locally and globally.