General Laboratory, Lead Medical Technologist, $10,000 Sign-On Bonus, Day Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Position & Client Overview :

A 300-bed hospital located in beautiful Westchester County in Upstate New York is looking for a Lead Medical Technologist to help oversee their general lab department at their busy clinical laboratory.

This is a day shift position.

Working at this hospital offers a range of employment benefits that make it an attractive place for healthcare professionals.

Employees enjoy comprehensive health and dental insurance, generous paid time off, and retirement savings plans with employer contributions.

The hospital also provides opportunities for professional development and continuing education, fostering a supportive environment for career growth.

Additionally, the hospital's commitment to work-life balance is evident through flexible scheduling options and wellness programs designed to support the physical and mental well-being of its staff.

Living in the White Plains area is wonderful due to its vibrant community and diverse range of activities. Residents can enjoy a variety of indoor activities such as visiting the White Plains Performing Arts Center for live theater performances or exploring the numerous shopping and dining options at The Westchester mall.

Outdoor enthusiasts can take advantage of the beautiful parks and recreational areas, including the scenic trails at Saxon Woods Park and the picturesque Kensico Dam Plaza.

The area also offers easy access to New York City, providing even more cultural and entertainment opportunities just a short train ride away.

Salary Range : $102,000-131,859

Job Summary :

Responsible for the management and administrative functions for the laboratory. Responsible for policy development and implementation, regulatory compliance and quality assurance.

Supervision is exercised over laboratory supervisors, clinical staff and support staff.

Skill Requirements :

• Managing and authoring processes and procedures
• Training and presenting technical information to staff
• QA / QC of the departments
• Fiscal and budgeting responsibilities

Responsibilities include but not limited to :

• Evaluating laboratory operations consulting with pathologists; reporting results according to protocols mandated by the hospital and public health department
• Ensuring maintenance of medical laboratory equipment performance by developing operations, quality, and troubleshooting procedures;

ensuring staff compliance; certifying instrument performance; arranging equipment replacement, service, and repair

• Maintaining medical laboratory supplies inventory, determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies
• Maintaining laboratory productivity, monitoring workload, identifying peak and slack periods
• Participating in the hospital quality assurance program; consulting with pathologists; performing proficiency surveys; reviewing QC & QA programs
• Maintaining medical laboratory staff by recruiting, selecting, orienting, training employees, counseling, reviewing / evaluating and disciplining employees as needed
• Complying with state and professional continuing education licensure requirements
• Contributing to benchwork as needed

Education, Certification, & Experience :

• Bachelor's degree in biology
• MT / MLS(ASCP)
• New York clinical laboratory technologist license
• Three (3) years experience in leadership roles

Must be legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

HealthCare Connections, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other protected status pursuant to law.