Medical Technologist

Rochester Regional Health; Rochester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization based in Rochester is seeking a Medical Technologist to support patient safety through precise specimen analysis. Responsibilities include accurate reporting, training new lab personnel, and improving laboratory work processes. Required qualifications include a New York State educational license as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist and preferably a BS in Medical Technology. This full-time role offers a physical work environment that may require lifting and involves an evening shift schedule.

Responsibilities

• Perform precise specimen analysis and report results accurately.
• Assist with training new personnel in the laboratory.
• Continuously assess work processes for efficiency improvements.

Skills

Good communication skills

Attention to detail

Evaluation and problem-solving skills

Education

BS in Medical Technology or related Science

New York State Education License as Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Job description

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

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