What are the responsibilities and job description for the Clinical Lab Scientist position at White Plains Hospital?
Details Client NameWhite Plains Hospital - WH Job TypePermanent OfferingAllied ProfessionLaboratory SpecialtyMT Job ID30821764 Job TitleClinical Lab Scientist Shift Details ShiftNight - 8x3 - 11PM Scheduled Hours24 Job Order Details Start Date03 / 04 / 2025 Job DescriptionShift : Mon-Fri 11PM-7AM, alternation w / e & holidayDescription : The Clinical Laboratory Scientist performs laboratory testing using both manual and automated techniques. Performs other duties as assigned.Essential Functions and Responsibilities Include the Following : Understands and adheres to the client performance standards, policies, and behaviors.Laboratory testing personnel responsibilities include : Following the laboratory's pre-analytic and analytic procedures and maintaining records of these tests.Maintaining records that demonstrate proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.Adhering to the laboratory's quality assurance procedures, including documenting all quality control activities, instrument and equipment verifications, and maintenance and preventative maintenance.Following the laboratory's policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established performance specifications.Identifying and documenting problems that may adversely affect test performance, notifying the supervisor, assistant director, or director, and documenting all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications.Ensures the accuracy and quality of all results from pre-analytic, analytic, and post-analytic phases of testing. Notifies and documents clinicians and patient units of all critical values and maintains the laboratory STAT turnaround time requirements. Participates in regulatory readiness for CAP, AABB, NYSDOH, and Joint Commission. Maintains 12 Continuing Education credits per year. Understands and participates in standard operating procedures, proficiency testing, inspection audits, and quality programs, including reporting non-conformances. Evaluates test results for abnormalities and confirms those results per department protocols where required. Participates in validations, training, and competency assessments as required. Responsible for inventory management of lot numbers, expiration dates, labeling, and QC requirements. Completes all annual mandatory training, in-services, and ongoing education as required. Performs other duties as assigned. Section testing training and competency assessments are maintained by the section laboratory supervisor for all assigned disciplines.Sections are Listed Below : Generalists - Performs Hematology, Coagulation, Chemistry / Immunology, Urinalysis, Microbiology, and Blood Bank specialties.Chemistry / Immunology - Performs Chemistry, Specialized Chemistry, Immunology, Molecular, and Serology testing.Hematology - Performs Hematology, Coagulation, and Urinalysis testing.Microbiology - Performs Bacteriology, Parasitology, Virology, Mycology, Mycobacteriology, Susceptibilities, and Molecular testing.Blood Bank - Performs blood bank testing related to transfusion medicine and blood product distribution.Anatomic Pathology - Performs histological procedures for routine, special stains, and immunohistochemistry.Education & Experience Requirements : Current NYS License as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist required. Education in accordance with the NYS Office of Professions and CLIA requirements of testing personnel. Preferred with ASCP Certification.Client Details Address41 E Post Rd CityWhite Plains StateNY Zip Code10601 Job Board DisclaimerBy applying for jobs on this website, you consent to receive daily messages from CYNET about assignments that match your profile. Email or text HELP for more info, or STOP to unsubscribe.Your mobile info will not be shared with third parties for marketing. Standard messaging and data rates may apply.
