Clin Lab Technologist I

2 weeks ago


Albany, United States Albany Med Health System Full time

Department/Unit:

Blood Bank

Work Shift:

Evening (United States of America)

Salary Range: Min. $23.96/hr - Max $38.34/hr

A Clinical Laboratory Technologist utilizes knowledge and clinical laboratory experience to perform laboratory testing in an accurate and timely manner. The Clinical Laboratory Technologist performs tests that aid clinicians in the detection and diagnosis of disease and/or monitor the progress of defined illnesses or treatments initiated by a physician. This position requires the exercise of independent judgement and responsibility. The technologist works under the supervision of the director or supervisor and only in those specialties or subspecialties for which the technologist is qualified by education, training and experience. The technologist is directed by the Laboratory Supervisor/Assistant Supervisor.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include, but are not limited to the following:

1. Performs testing and reports/releases results on laboratory specimens

2. Thoroughly, accurately and legibly documents test results and quality control

3. Demonstrates basic computer skills

4. Listens well, takes direction and engages in interactive dialogues with others.

5. Performs maintenance and quality control procedures

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily as outlined in the attached annual competency assessment. When feasible, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the job's essential functions.

EDUCATION, LICENSURE, REGISTRATION AND/OR CERTIFICATION:

Has a New York State Education Department license as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist . Must have a bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology OR A bachelor's degree with the minimum number of required credit hours in the sciences AND received appropriate clinical education in an accredited Clinical Laboratory Technology program OR Meets one of the grandparenting requirements for licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist.

EXPERIENCE:

Clinical Laboratory Technologist I Must meet the minimum NYSED requirements for a Clinical Laboratory Technologist.

COMMUNICATION SKILLS:

Exhibit the following traits or abilities:

1. Reads and interprets documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals.

2. Uses effective written and verbal communication skills to work cooperatively with customers and employees.

3. Listens well, takes direction and engages in interactive dialogues with others.

4. Seeks the input of others to achieve consensus.

5. Comprehends, remembers and carries out instructions. The individual communicates any questions to a preceptor or Supervisor as the need arises.

6. Thoroughly, accurately and legibly documents test results and quality control. Accurately documents daily work activities according to established standards.

7. Communicates effectively with nursing staff, physicians and other hospital departments. Effectively communicates implications and/or applications of test methodologies.

8. Conducts telephone and personal inquiries to any of the laboratory's customers with courtesy, respect and confidentiality.

9. Interprets laboratory information for healthcare providers

Offer advice to clinicians on possible causes of preanalytical variation in test results and on ways to minimize variation in patient testing. Assist clinicians in appropriate test selection for particular diagnostic dilemmas. Assist clinicians in evaluating unexpectedly abnormal test results.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

Possess the ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Compute dilutions and do statistical analysis, prepare graphical displays and perform calculations to prepare solutions and/or media.

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS:

Accomplishes a wide variety of tasks in a specified time, prioritizes and makes decisions as well as provides feedback in an effective manner. Uses automated equipment and instruments as well as microscopes, cell counters, and other sophisticated laboratory equipment. Follows standard practice to perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment. Successfully performs all of the technical procedures within the sub-specialty areas of the laboratory, in which the technologist has been trained and deemed competent., Demonstrates knowledge of all applicable policies and procedures Maintains competency and assumes responsibility for continuing education relevant to responsibilities. Improves job performance through continuing education and productive feedback. Demonstrates basic-keyboarding skills needed for a highly computerized laboratory environment. Utilizes computer systems to perform inquiries, order tests, enter results and comments, generate billing, issue credits and generate worksheets and reports as assigned according to standard laboratory practices. Demonstrates cooperation and flexibility in continually meeting patient care needs, incorporating aspects of the change process into the professional role. Performs job duties in an honest, punctual and ethical manner. Responds positively to changes in scheduling in conjunction with departmental needs. Adapts to new standards in technology. Serves as a positive role model for other staff by following accepted departmental guidelines such as wearing appropriate attire and maintaining personal hygiene, limiting personal phone calls, attending departmental in-services, completing specific mandatory in-services, assisting with training of new staff members and following break and mealtime limits. Exercises independent judgement, makes appropriate decisions and thoroughly follows up on pending issues. Accepts constructive criticism in a professional manner and carries out directives to completion. Contributes to the teamwork of the department by being helpful to co-workers and avoiding unnecessary conflict.

REASONING ABILITY:

1. Correctly identifies problems, collects data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusions.

2. Generates ideas to resolve problems

3. Seeks guidance in areas of question.

4. Make responsible decisions regarding test results in routine procedures.

Thank you for your interest in Albany Medical Center

Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer.

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.



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