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INTRODUCTION

NYU Langone Health is a fully integrated health system that consistently achieves the best patient outcomes through a rigorous focus on quality that has resulted in some of the lowest mortality rates in the nation. For the fourth consecutive year, Vizient Inc. ranked NYU Langone No. 1 for quality care in the nation and U.S. News & World Report recently placed 12 of its clinical specialties among the top 10 in the nation. NYU Langone offers a comprehensive range of medical services with one high standard of care across 6 inpatient locations, its Perlmutter Cancer Center, and over 320 outpatient locations in the New York area and Florida. With $14.2 billion in revenue this year, the system also includes two tuition-free medical schools, in Manhattan and on Long Island, and a vast research enterprise with over $1 billion in active awards from the National Institutes of Health.

Position Summary:

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Lead Clinical Laboratory Technologist.

In this role, the successful candidate performs all routine and complicated laboratory procedures including specimen processing and handling, testing of patient specimens, calculating and reporting of results, performance of quality control procedures, operation and maintenance of instruments and equipment, and problem resolution with minimal supervision. Can function with minimal supervision, participates in problem resolution and is a resource to junior technologists. Assists with laboratory operations and quality functions in presence of or absence of supervisor.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs laboratory tests and procedures.
• Follows approved policies and procedures in performing specific methodologies and instrument operations and follows approved policies for proper recording and reporting of results.
• Performs and documents procedures required to ensure the quality of testing being performed. Responsibility includes quality control, instrument preventative maintenance, function checks and calibration.
• Follow approved guidelines when troubleshooting and carry out appropriate course of action when control values and/or instrument functions checks are invalid or inconsistent.
• Review patient results prior to release to the electronic medical record. Correlate final results with known facts concerning patient history/previous values and recognize the validity of results and identify/reject those results that are illogical.
• Communicate critical values and barriers to testing to medical staff according to protocol. Document according to laboratory policy.
• Complete assigned proficiency and competency assessments.
• Maintain sufficient testing supplies in work area, including ordering if directed by lead.
• Consistently generate and review pending logs.
• Enters Patient Safety Intelligence (PSI) as required. Understands the importance of systems-based error reporting and uses Patient Safety Intelligence (PSI) as intended. When assigned will Investigates PSI related to their shift, bench workstation etc. Will assist supervisor in developing responses and designing changes in process to decrease negative outcomes.
• Be a resource to clinical laboratory technologists and senior clinical technologists.
• Ensure shift communication logs including sick calls are complete. In the absence of a supervisor ensure all workstations are covered, adjust staffing assignments as necessary. If mandation is required ensure mandation policy is followed.
• At the direction of the supervisor, participate in the design and oversee execution of validation studies. Assist in the preparation and presentation of studies for review by medical director.
• Oversees training and competency assessments for new staff, instruments, processes etc. Supplies feedback surrounding training of staff to supervisor when requested. Evaluates individual staff training/competency. Can sign training and competency documents. Interacts with residents as required.
• Ensures that personnel are aware of, and observe, good safety practices by following all safety requirements for PPE and the utilization of engineering controls to maintain a safe work environment.
• Assist with distribution of work assignments, coordination of work load with available resources, and review and resolution of technical issues when supervisor is absent.
• Brings unresolved problems to the attention of a supervisor and is prepared to report on the results of initial investigation and discuss possible causes and solutions by presenting factual and objective data.
• Maintain all station logs and ensure their completion on the regular basis determined by the department basis.
• Maintains sufficient Reagent and Quality Control inventory in house to assure the continued integrity of daily laboratory operations. Communicates the need for inventory and places orders as required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• NYSDOH Licensed as a Certified Clinical Laboratory Technologist.
• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology from a program registered by the NYS Department of Education or Bachelor's Degree in the major of biology, chemistry or physical sciences from an accredited college or university.
• 8 years experience as a Medical Technologist in the appropriate discipline.
• Effective Interpersonal Communication skills required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• ASCP Certified. Excellent computer knowledge/skill.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.

NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $148,599.94 - $149,639.93 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.