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Lab Technologist - Microbiology (Per Diem)

Employer
Hospital for Special Surgery
Location
New York, Iowa, US
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Jan 30, 2022

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Sector
Consultancy/Private Sector
Field
Conservation science
Discipline
Biology
Salary Type
Salary
Employment Type
Full time
Overview:

How you move is why we're here. ®

Now more than ever.

Get back to what you need and love to do.

The possibilities are endless...

Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent - candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize

the abundant opportunities for growth and success.

If this describes you then let's talk!

HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment.

Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise.

Lab Technologist

Microbiology

Per Diem

8am-4pm

As an integral member of our Laboratory team, the successful candidate performs blood tests and other body fluid tests using automated analyzers as well as manual methods to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease.

Our core values center on respect, consideration, compassion for all individuals and maintaining awareness of diverse cultural and religious beliefs. Your capacity to collaborate with the interdisciplinary team and promote the highest standards of care and safety is critical to the mission of HSS.

Responsibilities

Under limited supervision, cultivates, isolates, and identifies bacterial or other microorganisms present in body fluids, exudates, skin scrapings, and surgical specimens. Performs various bacteriological, mycobacteriological and mycological tests to provide data on cause and progress of disease.

Performs all quality control and instrument check procedures and maintains all related records.

Prepare solutions and reagents used in all test, with particular attention to viability, lot number and expiration date of substance before using in the performance of tests.

Process stat specimens expeditiously.

Participate in the QA/PI process and improves performance based on results obtained from QI activities.

Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary health care teams.

Promote a supportive and team-oriented environment.

Support departmental responsibilities consistent with the long-range strategic plan, mission, vision and values of the hospital.

To qualify you must have a Bachelor's degree, a degree in Medical Technology or a related science. ASCP certification preferred; NYS license-Clinical Laboratory Technologist required. The ability to work well in a team is also essential.

Other Requirements:

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