Lab Medical Technologist Trainee - Per Diem - Laboratory; 9am-5pm Rotating schedule and weekends. - Long Island Community Hospital

Long Island Community Hospital has served this richly diverse region as a patient-first community hospital for more than 60 years. As Long Island's only independent community hospital, we are 100% committed to becoming the community's healthcare provider of choice with our greatly enhanced services including the Knapp Cardiac Care Center, our highly-advanced heart disease diagnosis and treatment facility, our new modern surgical pavilion, our unique ER approach, and our high-touch services including women's imaging, sleep laboratory and orthopedics and more. These services are delivered with the highest level of compassion by our LI Community Hospital staff - Long Islanders with an unmistakable mix of courage and heart who care about the people right here in our community and whose sole purpose is to provide personalized comfort.For more information, go tolicommunityhospital.org, and interact with us onLinkedIn,Glassdoor,Indeed,Facebook,Twitter,YouTubeandInstagram.

Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Lab Medical Technologist Train.

In this role, the successful candidate Under direct supervision and according to established policies and procedures, trains to perform various clinical laboratory tests in one or more sections of the Laboratory Department in order to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease. Analyzes and interprets test results, and ensures accuracy of same. Repeat tests as necessary, especially those yielding abnormal or atypical results, and notifies appropriate personnel of such results.

Job Responsibilities:

• Applies a basic level of knowledge of methods and clinical relevance of tests performed in their area of responsibility.
• Performs all preventive maintenance on schedule in accordance with laboratory procedure.
• Recognizes abnormal instrument or test performance and does not release patient results until the situation is corrected.
• Performs basic troubleshooting procedures and seeks assistance when necessary.
• Monitors reagent and supply inventory and informs supervisor of needs.
• Works effectively in high-pressure situations. Does not lose composure or make mistakes when processing a high volume of work.
• Organizes work well so others can easily work with them and take over for them in their absence
• Verifies and Processes specimens in an organized and timely manner.
• Can perform phlebotomy when required with expertise.
• Follows all procedures accurately under supervision
• Performs all test procedures accurately
• Performs Quality Control according to Laboratory protocol.
• Documents Quality Control.
• Documents corrective action when needed.
• Follows laboratory procedure when Q.C. fails.
• Applies knowledge of test interrelationships and assures results are accurate
• Communicates clearly and concisely.
• Listens attentively and follows directions.
• Demonstrates proper telephone techniques and etiquette.
• Effectively utilizes the computer to process specimens, report results and access information.
• Communicates ideas and suggestions with a positive intent.
• Conveys respect for the profession and acts in a professional manner.
• Works well in cooperation with others.
• Computer downtime procedures are followed when the computer is not operational.
• Demonstrates ability to utilize technical communication (procedure manual etc.) in the performance of their duties.
• Demonstrates the ability to analyze problems to determine the cause and find solutions.
• Follows a logical process to problem resolution
• Uses all available resources to solve problems including manuals and manufacturers technical services
• Displays knowledge of mathematical and statistical calculations to evaluate Quality Control.
• Maintains a consistent pattern of attendance
• Reports to assigned area on time for scheduled shift
• Adheres to hospital/department dress code. Arrives to work appropriately dressed, well groomed and neat.
• Completes all hospital requirements at designated time (i.e. annual assessments, educational, MedNetTra)
• Conforms to policies regarding confidentiality of information
• Follows call-in procedure when sick, late or absent.

Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a BS in Medical Technology or Related Field
Pending issuance of NYS Education Department Clinical Laboratory Technologist License or Permit
Analytical skills necessary to analyze data and perform mathematical calculations.
Basic knowledge of computer fundamentals and experience with laboratory information systems.
Technical skills necessary to operate, maintain and troubleshoot instrumentation and perform routine and complex testing under supervision
Effectively communicates detailed data and procedures
Works effectively in high-pressure situations.

Required Licenses: Clinical Lab Technologist-NYS

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

Long Island Community Hospital 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.

Long Island Community Hospital is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration without regard to race, color, gender, gender identity or expression, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender dysphoria, national origin, age, religion, disability, military and veteran status, marital or parental status, citizenship status, genetic information or any other factor which cannot lawfully be used as a basis for an employment decision. We require applications to be completed online.
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