Medical Technologist
Company: Hematology Oncology Associates of CNY
Location: East Syracuse
Posted on: June 13, 2021
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Job Description:
Hematology Oncology Associates of CNY (HOACNY), voted one of
Central New Yorks Best Places to Work, is seeking to hire an
experienced Certified and Licensed Medical Technologist/Clinical
Lab Scientist or Technician to join our professional team. HOACNY
provides cancer care services, Monday through Friday at three
convenient locations in East Syracuse, Syracuse and Auburn. The
laboratory is a full-service, day shift only operation which
supports eighteen physicians and twenty four mid-level
practitioners. HOACNY is CLIA and COLA certified and maintains
regulatory compliance with all CMS rules and regulations. As a specialty physicians office laboratory, we work closely
with our doctors and play an essential role in our success in the
services we provide. We are highly respected members of the
practice, functioning successfully with teamwork and quality as our
foundation. We prefer a well rounded generalist with a desire to
expand their skills and knowledge, but will train according to
background and experience. JOB TITLE: Medical Technologist POSITION STATUS: Non-Exempt GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs technical laboratory
testing in the clinic laboratory. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reports directly to Laboratory Manager and
Director of Laboratory Services. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Requires full range of body motion
including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
Repetitive finger and arm movements. Frequent standing and walking
required for extended periods of time. Lifts and carries items
weighing up to 25-30 pounds. Requires visual acuity and normal
color perception. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Exposure to communicable diseases,
toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions
common to a medical environment. Works in hazardous and
biohazardous areas of the laboratory and is subject to splashes,
cuts and other injury from equipment, chemicals, and biohazard
specimens. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: (This list may not include all of the duties
assigned). Performs procedures in all sections of the laboratory including
specimen collection for which competency has been verified by the
designated trainer for the laboratory training program. Performs automated CBC, chemistry, immunochemistry, coagulation
analysis, and urine testing. Performs hematological examinations. Examines smears referring
irregularities in the specimen to the providers and lab
director. Assists in bone marrow procedures, and properly collects and
submits required materials and paperwork to appropriate
hospitals. Performs microscopic examinations of blood and urine to identify
abnormalities. Prepares reagents and controls. Inventories laboratory supplies and reports needs to ordering
personnel in the lab. Enters patient specimens and enters test results in Laboratroy
Information System. Prepares specimens to be sent to reference laboratories and
completes patient log for these specimens. This requires the use of
computers and scanners. Reviews laboratory results for extraordinary results before they
are reported and forwarded to the patient's medical record,
including reports on procedures processed in reference
laboratories. Refers reports with errors to lab supervisor and lab
manager. Follows defined protocol for investigating out-of-control runs,
and implements necessary remedial action with documentation. Maintains equipment in accordance with defined policies and
protocols, and logs preventive and remedial maintenance of
equipment. Logs performance of equipment, including daily
temperature checks. Maintains a safe and clean environment by daily cleaning areas,
washing counters, emptying trash containers, cleaning up spills and
all other duties necessary to sustain an appropriate work area and
in accordance with OSHA regulations. Contributes annually to updates in policy and procedure manuals.
Input is given to Laboratory Manager and Supervisor. May participate in cost analysis and testing evaluation of
existing and prospective test methods. May participate in research and development of new procedures
and changes to current procedures. May participate in writing
policies and protocols for new or changed procedures all of which
must be approved by the laboratory supervisor. Performs all duties and tasks, technical and non-technical,
assigned that are necessary to maintain peak performance of all
personnel and clinical laboratory. Collects data, prepares reports, answers correspondence, and
compiles statistics as directed. Attends required meetings and participates in teams as
requested. Participates in professional development activities and
maintains professional affiliations. Maintains patient confidentiality. Performs related work as required. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Knowledge of current medical terminology to perform full range
of laboratory tests. Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing
to perform quality control checks and troubleshooting of
instrumentation. Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate
with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results.
Skill in performing a full range of laboratory tests. Skill in
anticipating and reacting calmly to emergency situations. Skill in
developing and maintaining department quality assurance. Skill in
establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with
patients, medical staff, and the public. Ability to read and
understand information about instrumentation in laboratory field.
Ability to follow written protocols. Ability to work independently
and as a team member. Ability to communicate clearly. Education: Certification as a Medical Technologist (ASCP) or
Medical Laboratory Technician (ASCP) NY State License Experience: Six months experience as a medical
technologist/technician in a hospital or reference lab setting is
minimum standard. ALTERNATIVE TO MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: None JOB TITLE: Medical Technologist POSITION STATUS: Non-Exempt GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs technical laboratory
testing in the clinic laboratory. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reports directly to Laboratory Manager and
Director of Laboratory Services. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Requires full range of body motion
including manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
Repetitive finger and arm movements. Frequent standing and walking
required for extended periods of time. Lifts and carries items
weighing up to 25-30 pounds. Requires visual acuity and normal
color perception. TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Exposure to communicable diseases,
toxic substances, medicinal preparations and other conditions
common to a medical environment. Works in hazardous and
biohazardous areas of the laboratory and is subject to splashes,
cuts and other injury from equipment, chemicals, and biohazard
specimens. EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: (This list may not include all of the duties
assigned). Performs procedures in all sections of the laboratory including
specimen collection for which competency has been verified by the
designated trainer for the laboratory training program. Performs automated CBC, chemistry, immunochemistry, coagulation
analysis, and urine testing. Performs hematological examinations. Examines smears referring
irregularities in the specimen to the providers and lab
director. Assists in bone marrow procedures, and properly collects and
submits required materials and paperwork to appropriate
hospitals. Performs microscopic examinations of blood and urine to identify
abnormalities. Prepares reagents and controls. Inventories laboratory supplies and reports needs to ordering
personnel in the lab. Enters patient specimens and enters test results in Laboratroy
Information System. Prepares specimens to be sent to reference laboratories and
completes patient log for these specimens. This requires the use of
computers and scanners. Reviews laboratory results for extraordinary results before they
are reported and forwarded to the patient's medical record,
including reports on procedures processed in reference
laboratories. Refers reports with errors to lab supervisor and lab
manager. Follows defined protocol for investigating out-of-control runs,
and implements necessary remedial action with documentation. Maintains equipment in accordance with defined policies and
protocols, and logs preventive and remedial maintenance of
equipment. Logs performance of equipment, including daily
temperature checks. Maintains a safe and clean environment by daily cleaning areas,
washing counters, emptying trash containers, cleaning up spills and
all other duties necessary to sustain an appropriate work area and
in accordance with OSHA regulations. Contributes annually to updates in policy and procedure manuals.
Input is given to Laboratory Manager and Supervisor. May participate in cost analysis and testing evaluation of
existing and prospective test methods. May participate in research and development of new procedures
and changes to current procedures. May participate in writing
policies and protocols for new or changed procedures all of which
must be approved by the laboratory supervisor. Performs all duties and tasks, technical and non-technical,
assigned that are necessary to maintain peak performance of all
personnel and clinical laboratory. Collects data, prepares reports, answers correspondence, and
compiles statistics as directed. Attends required meetings and participates in teams as
requested. Participates in professional development activities and
maintains professional affiliations. Maintains patient confidentiality. Performs related work as required. PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS: Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Knowledge of current medical terminology to perform full range
of laboratory tests. Knowledge of laboratory equipment and testing
to perform quality control checks and troubleshooting of
instrumentation. Knowledge of medical terminology to communicate
with medical staff regarding laboratory procedures and results.
Skill in performing a full range of laboratory tests. Skill in
anticipating and reacting calmly to emergency situations. Skill in
developing and maintaining department quality assurance. Skill in
establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with
patients, medical staff, and the public. Ability to read and
understand information about instrumentation in laboratory field.
Ability to follow written protocols. Ability to work independently
and as a team member. Ability to communicate clearly. Education: Certification as a Medical Technologist (ASCP) or
Medical Laboratory Technician (ASCP) NY State License Experience: Six months experience as a medical
technologist/technician in a hospital or reference lab setting is
minimum standard. ALTERNATIVE TO MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: None Hematology Oncology Associates of CNY is committed to creating a
diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity
employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for
employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender
identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin,
genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. HOA is also committed
to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding
citizenship and immigration status.
Keywords: Hematology Oncology Associates of CNY, Syracuse , Medical Technologist, Other , East Syracuse, New York
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