Salary: 31.62-47.42 USD

Facility: Sisters of Charity Hospital

Shift: Shift 1

Status: Full Time FTE: 1.000000

Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates

Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No

Work Schedule: Days with Call Weekend and Holiday Rotation

Hours:

primarily 8a-4p but hours can vary

Summary:

Assist the Point of Care Manager with the implementation of the Point of Care Testing (POCT) program that encompasses all procedures and activities of waived and moderately complex testing. Participates in training non-laboratory associates to ensure that staff are familiar with the analytical procedures, maintenance and troubleshooting of POCT equipment. Assist with the distribution of proficiency materials and the collection of data required by regulatory agencies. Assists with inventory management and dispatch of consumables for POCT. Performs general office duties associated with POCT activities. Participates when called upon, in JCAHO and NYSDOH surveys. Works with new hires and students as required.

Responsibilities:

EDUCATION

• B.S. degree in Medical Technology or related discipline required

• Must have valid NYS Clinical Laboratory Technologist Limited Permit or full NYS Clinical Laboratory Technologist license reflected within the NYS office Of Professions prior to starting

EXPERIENCE

• Demonstrated ability to establish work load priorities and handle several tasks for maximum work efficiency

• Preferred one (1) year experience with training associates, expediting and implementation of new procedures and evaluating quality control/assurance protocols

• Preferred knowledge of waived testing requirements and regulations

• Clinical rotation from an accredited school, in a hospital setting

• Six (6) years clinical laboratory work experience if acting as a Charge Technologist

KNOWLEDGE,SKILL AND ABILITY

• Able to work safely with infectious and/or hazardous materials

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Customer focused

• Detail oriented and quality driven

• Promote positive interdepartmental relations

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Normal heat, light space, and safe working environment

• Ability to work in stressful situations is required

• Schedule flexibility is required

• Some local travel may be required

• Employees must have a valid NYS driver's license and access to a personal vehicle for travel

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