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Stony Brook Medicine · 1 month ago

Clinical Lab Technologist II -Blood Gas Technician

Stony Brook, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$89K/yr - $113K/yr

0+ years exp

Stony Brook Medicine is a healthcare provider dedicated to excellence in patient care. They are seeking a Clinical Lab Technologist II - Blood Gas Technician who will perform advanced level testing in the Respiratory Care Department, ensuring quality control and accurate test results while supporting the patient population.

Association

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Will be responsible for performance of routine test analysis, must be able to work effectively in the hospital environment and adhere to all departmental policies and protocols

Must apply detailed specialized knowledge of scientific principles and their application to perform advanced level testing in general and specific areas regarding blood gas analysis. This specialized responsibility is inclusive of identification of atypical blood gas results and critical values

Performs daily routine maintenance on all blood gas analyzers and maintains consumable supplies

Performs and understands all quality control procedures as required by departmental protocols. Identifies and insures that all reagents and equipment utilized are within set quality control standards

Work with Laboratory Information Technology regarding operating systems maintenance and testing

Performs and understands all advanced level proficiency testing and reporting results

Identifies and corrects operator errors, ensuring proper documentation in electronic medical record

Reviews the accuracy of final reports, verifying computer print-outs where applicable. Implements new test procedures or new equipment under the direction of the supervisor

Recognizes routine laboratory equipment problems and identifies the cause. Where applicable would take corrective action to remedy such problems through the use of proper laboratory protocol or minor routine equipment repair and adjustments, and bring such problems to the attention of the supervisor

Communicate effectively with Main Laboratory, Point of Care Dept., regulatory agencies and vendor technicians

Assist in teaching respiratory therapists, anesthesia staff and nurses use of blood gas analyzers, laboratory theory and technique. Helps to maintain competencies

Maintains up-to-date overall knowledge of this professional field as required to perform normal duties described in this job description

Must have a general knowledge of all standards and regulations that apply specifically to this job position as issued by FDA, NYS Department of Health, College of American Pathologists (CAP) and other applicable accreditation and regulatory authorities

Maintains and conducts safe laboratory practices as required by the NYS Department of Health and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Responsible for the complete understanding and utilization of computer systems applicable to the department including basic maintenance and troubleshooting procedures that are conducted on a day to day basis

Qualification

NYS licensureBlood gas analysisQuality control proceduresBlood gas analyzersComputer systems maintenanceMT/MLS (ASCP) CertificationTeaching skillsLaboratory safety practicesCommunication skills

Required

NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or documented eligibility, including provisional/limited permit eligibility with 0-2 years demonstrated relevant experience

NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or documented eligibility, including provisional/limited permit eligibility with 3-5 years demonstrated relevant experience

NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or documented eligibility, including provisional/limited permit eligibility with a minimum 6 years demonstrated relevant experience

Preferred

MT / MLS (ASCP) Certification or equivalent

Additional Chemistry Or Blood Gas Analysis Experience

Working knowledge of blood gas analyzers

Experience using and maintaining hospital information and operating systems

Experience with various computer programs (Excel, EP Evaluator, etc.)

Benefits

Location pay for UUP, CSEA & PEF full-time positions ($4000)

Generous leave

Health plans

State pension

Company

Stony Brook Medicine

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Stony Brook Medicine expresses our shared mission of research, clinical care and education – a mission embraced by our faculty, staff, researchers, and students.

Founded in 1957

Stony Brook, New York, USA

5001-10000 employees

https://www.stonybrookmedicine.edu/sbuh

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