"Clinical Lab Technologist II -Blood Gas Technician"

Position Summary

At Stony Brook Medicine Respiratory Care Department, a TH Clinical Laboratory Technologist is a valuable member of our team, who provides indirect services and support to the patient population. Qualified candidates will demonstrate superior performance and possess outstanding communication skills while adhering to our high standard of excellence.

Duties of a TH Clinical Laboratory Technologist in the Respiratory Care Department may include the following but are not limited to:

The individual filing this position will perform Blood Gas Technician duties including but not limited to: performance of routine test analysis, adhere to all departmental policies and protocols, and apply detailed specialized knowledge of scientific principles and their application to perform advanced level testing in general and specific areas in the Respiratory Care Department. They must also perform and understand all quality control procedures, review the accuracy of final test reports, recognize routine laboratory problems and identifies the cause, and maintain up to date overall knowledge of this professional field as required to perform normal duties described in this job description. Under the general supervision of the department supervisory staff, the TH Clinical Lab Tech II will have responsibilities for the following duties:

• 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. TH Clinical Lab Tech IV, III, II.
• 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. TH Clinical Lab Tech IV, III, II.
• 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. TH Clinical Lab Tech II.
• 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. TH Clinical Lab Tech III, II.
• 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. TH Clinical Lab Tech II.
• Maintains up-to-date overall knowledge of this professional field as required to perform normal duties described in this job description. TH Clinical Lab Tech IV, III, II.
• 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. TH Clinical Lab Tech IV, III, II.
• Maintains and conducts safe laboratory practices as required by the NYS Department of Health and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. TH Clinical Lab Tech IV, III, II.
• 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. TH Clinical Lab Tech IV, III, II.

Qualifications

Required:

SL-1: NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or documented eligibility, including provisional/limited permit eligibility with 0-2 years demonstrated relevant experience.
SL-2: NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or documented eligibility, including provisional/limited permit eligibility with 3-5 years demonstrated relevant experience.
SL-3: 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.
Preferred 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.)

Special Notes:

Resume/CV should be included with the online application.

Posting Overview: This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).

Anticipated Pay Range:
The salary range (or hiring range) for this position is $89,142 - $113,055 Base