Laboratory Technologst 1-Hematology NYC Health + Hospitals - 3.7 New York, NY Job Details Full-time $73,495 a year 16 hours ago Benefits Commuter assistance Paid holidays Health insurance Pension plan Union benefits Employee discount Loan forgiveness Qualifications Staff supervision CT (ASCP) Team supervision Laboratory equipment maintenance Microscope slide preparation Labeling Microbiological culture and identification Mid-level Laboratory test results documentation Implementing laboratory quality control protocols Proficiency testing Laboratory reports Hematology Decision making Clinical Laboratory Technologist License Laboratory specimen handling Pathology testing Laboratory staff supervision Microbiological analysis HTL Certification Full Job Description About NYC Health + Hospitals 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 Shifts 4:00 P.M - 12:00 A.M (Alternating weekends & holidays)

Duties & Responsibilities Purpose of Position :

This class of positions encompasses the scopes of practice of clinical laboratory technologists and, where appropriate, cytotechnologists and histotechnologists, in accordance with Article 165 of the New York State Education Law and Title 10 of the New York State Public Health Law. Additionally, performs clinical laboratory work that varies in degree of difficulty and/or supervises a major program initiative or activity. All personnel perform related work, as appropriate to area(s) of assignment and licensure. Under supervision, with moderate latitude for independent judgment and decision making, performs clinical laboratory procedures, examinations, and related tests.

Examples of Typical Tasks :

1. Performs routine clinical laboratory tests and procedures for diagnosis and treatment on specimens submitted to the laboratory; enters raw data from instruments into computer to determine final results and records results on report forms, in record books, and/or in electronic form, as appropriate and required; and processes specimens and cultures, isolates and identifies micro-organisms, prepares and examines slides and smears. 2. Operates and maintains laboratory equipment, and performs quality control procedures. 3. Participates in internal and external programs of quality control and proficiency testing, as required by regulatory agencies. 4. Prepares packages, labels, standardizes laboratory media, reagents, and controls to ensure that the laboratory is adequately supplied. 5. Prepares reports, makes entries on charts, and maintains data and other records on a daily, weekly or monthly basis, as required. 6. May oversee, monitor, and/or review the work of subordinate personnel, as required. Minimum Qualifications 1. Valid clinical laboratory technologist, cytotechnologist, or histotechnologist limited or provisional permit issued by the New York State Education Department (NYSED).

Special Notes:

Qualifying experience is not limited to New York State. Candidates that are solely licensed or issued permits to practice as cytotechnologists or histotechnologists may only be assigned work, including supervising personnel performing laboratory work, in a laboratory discipline/specialty appropriate to their license or permit. Candidates that are licensed or hold permits to practice as clinical laboratory technologists may be assigned work, including supervising personnel performing laboratory work, in all laboratory disciplines/specialties. Benefits 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 Plans Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees College tuition discounts and professional development opportunities College Savings Program Union Benefits for eligible titles Multiple employee discounts programs Commuter Benefits Programs How To Apply If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply for Job" button.