Medical Technologist Team Lead
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Responsibilities and Duties:
- Perform laboratory technical procedures according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures
- Operate and troubleshoot laboratory analyzers to ensure proper functionality
- Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving
- Prepare, test and evaluate new reagents and control
- Perform and document maintenance and quality control procedures on analyzers
- Identify and replenish testing supplies as necessary
- Assist with phlebotomy and processing when needed
- Answer phone calls, maintain logs/records, train employees, use computerized databases, and maintain written and verbal communications. Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria
- Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality
- Report accurate and timely test results in order to deliver quality patient care
- Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment
- Staff Guidance: Assign daily tasks, train new hires, and review the work of other technicians.
- Quality Control (QC): Check test results, track quality data, and make sure the lab follows safety rules.
- Equipment Care: Troubleshoot Instrumentation problems, Repair/Replace Minor Instrumentation difficulties, Perform Maintenance on all Instrumentation and call for Instrument Servicing when needed.
- Process Improvement: Help write standard operating procedures (SOPs) and assist with inventory and ordering supplies.
- Other Duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
- Licensed as Clinical Laboratory Technologist or Clinical Laboratory Technician from NYSDOH
- Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or a related science
- Ability to work independently and within a team environment
- Proficient with computers; Familiarity with laboratory information systems is a plus
- High level of attention detail along with strong communication and organizational skills
- Must be able to pass a standardized color vision screen
- Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs