QC Clinical Laboratory Technologist - Nassau County NY

REF: CO552 Full Time Clinical Laboratory Technologist - New York State CLT License Required Permanent Hire - 1p-9p Tues-Sat APPLY DIRECTLY HERE!

Responsibilities

The clinical laboratory technologist position entails following the established and approved protocols of the department of health, performs clinical laboratory procedures and examinations and any other tests or procedures conducted by a clinical laboratory, including maintaining equipment and records, and performing quality assurance activities related to examination performance. This position is responsible for performing product/patient/donor as testing required so that components are distributed in a timely manner to the customer.

Performs daily QC on hematology analyzer. Can trouble shoot issues as they arise and take the proper steps to correct the problem. Notifies management as necessary. Performs hematological pre and post testing on specimens received from the collection sites and performs accurate data entry of all results. Performs Titer Testing Performs monthly quality control of blood components and tracks amount tested to meet monthly requirements as per regulatory agencies. Prepares and inoculates single donor platelet samples for bacterial detection testing employing sterile technique and performs bacterial detection testing on cellular therapy products. Tests units to qualify them for Pathogen Reduction process. Takes hospital orders and accurately process patient samples and performs platelet antibody screening and cross-matching, if applicable Makes recommendations to improve business unit operations. Maintains reagent stock in the lab and notifies managerial staff when levels are low. Rotates stock, as necessary. Participates in professional organization seminars and lectures for continuing education. Any related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Bachelor"s or higher degree from a program with a major in biology, chemistry, or the physical sciences, and an advanced certificate in clinical laboratory technology, or education and training sufficient to qualify for licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist prior to 2009 as specified in NYS-ED Regulation 79-13.4 Current active NY State License as a Clinical Lab Technologist, or current active NYS-ED issued Provisional Permit leading to a full license as a Clinical Lab Technologist, ASCP preferred.

For applicants who will perform this position in New York City or Westchester County, the proposed hourly salary is $43.60/hr. to $51.29/hr. Apply directly here or send your resume to [email protected]
Employment Type: Full-Time