Clinical Laboratory Technologist, Hematology

Job Title: Clinical Laboratory Technologist - Hematology

Location: Mount Sinai Hospital

Schedule: Full Time / Evenings (4pm - Midnight incl wknds & hol)

Key Responsibilities

• Perform technical laboratory procedures in chemistry/hematology or other assigned lab.
• Perform clinical/technical/service/administrative tasks.
• Perform technical procedures in chemistry /hematology, including but not limited to coagulation and urinalysis.
• Perform periodic/scheduled and as-needed maintenance on instrumentation/equipment.
• Maintain documentation, including remedial action for problems encountered.
• Perform quality control and calibration procedures.
• Verify quality control in the laboratory information system (LIS).
• Record quality control on Levy-Jennings charts.
• Sign QC logs.
• Ensure all required Quality Control and/or calibration procedures are completed and signed out appropriately per shift/daily/monthly.
• Maintain all records per regulatory requirements, including card files, patient requisitions, LIS Documentation, and statistical data.
• Consult with the Supervisor or Pathologist on important, conflicting, or out-of-range results.
• Note inadequate volume and/or abnormal appearance of a sample.
• Review all Critical Test results by repeat analysis if necessary.
• Communicate Critical Test results to Nursing Staff/Physician.
• Notify Supervisor/Pathologist in extreme cases of Critical Values.
• Enter details of Critical Value communication in the LIS.
• Prioritize work activities to meet established/expected test result turnaround time.
• Notify Supervisor if a test cannot be performed or is delayed.
• Assist in Inventory Control to assure adequate supplies (QC, reagents, calibrators, consumables).
• Ensure reagents are stored properly, particularly temperature-sensitive ones.
• Date supplies appropriately when placed in use.
• Participate in other projects/duties as assigned.
• Take initiative in resolving instrument-related problems and finding alternate options for test processing.
• Utilize available time for departmental advantage and assist where needed.
• Provide care based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and relevant criteria appropriate to the age of the patients served.
• May be required to perform other duties as assigned.

Organizational/Managerial

• Participate in the department's performance improvement activities.
• Maintain patient/employee confidentiality.
• Observe the Health Care Systems compliance policies.
• Participate in Competency and Proficiency testing programs.
• Report results from Competency and Proficiency testing to the Supervisor.
• Observe all Safety procedures and precautions.
• Use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) such as Lab Coats, gloves, mask, shield.
• Dispose of contaminated waste and samples as specified by the hospital and laboratory manual.
• Wear hospital ID badge at all times while on premises.

Educational/Professional Development

• Participate in the training of other staff members.
• Meet regulatory, licensure, and annual health assessment requirements.
• Identify learning strengths and needs.
• Utilize learning resources.
• Participate in continuing education (at least four sessions a year).

Communication/Relationships

• Demonstrate a professional, courteous, and respectful attitude with patients and their families.
• Promote a team approach and clear communication for timely problem resolution.
• Communicate suggestions/new ideas for improving work performance/operations.
• Display courtesy, tact, and patience during interactions with laboratory, hospital staff, and the extended community.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• B.S. in Medical Technology or equivalent education to meet NYS DOH technologist standards.
• ASCP preferred or NCA certification.
• Experience: 0-1 year.
• Licensing and Certification: Clinical Laboratory Technologist* (Issuing Agency: DOH / Office of Professions).

Note: The listed salary range is $53.2192 - $66.0813 Hourly.