Medical Technologist

Job Details

Job Title: Medical Technologist
Department: Chemistry
Location: Rochester Regional - Elmgrove
Hours Per Week: Full-Time, 40 hours/week
Schedule: Evening Shift, 4p-1230a, Saturday Rotation

SUMMARY

As a Medical Technologist, you play a key role in supporting patient safety and high quality clinical outcomes through precise specimen analysis, reporting and troubleshooting.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analysis & Reporting. Perform precise specimen analysis and report results accurately, following established procedures; recognize deviation from expected results, analyze and correct problems using scientific principles; complete QC Action Logs, preventative maintenance logs and pending lists daily

• Training & Development. Assist with training new personnel on responsibilities in the laboratory; evaluate progress of training; make recommendations for training methods and content. Participate in the teaching of the RGH Medical Technology Science Program.

• Evaluation. Continuously assess work processes and make suggestions for improved work methods and ways to increase efficiency, reduce costs and solve operational problems; monitor departmental reagent inventories

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• New York State Department of Education License, Provisional Permit, or Limited Permit as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• BS in Medical Technology or BS in a related Science (Biology, Chemistry, or The Physical Sciences) and/or equivalent relevant experience as recognized by New York State Department of Education for licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist. (NYS Dept of Education, Education Law, Title 8, Article 165, sub-parts 79-15; 9/23/8)

• Previous experience in a Clinical or Pathology Laboratory a benefit but not required

• Certification by American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) preferred but not required

• Excellent communication and evaluation skills

• Exceptional documentation skills and attention to detail

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

PAY RANGE

$33.75 - $45.00