Travel Medical Technologist - $1,924 to $2,217 per week in Rochester, NY

Job Description & Requirements

Medical Technologist - Clinical Laboratory Scientist - (Med Tech - MT - CLS)

StartDate : ASAP Available Shifts : 8 E Pay Rate : $1924.30 - $2217.13

The technologist will be the point person for daily operations within the surgical pathology laboratory. Daily decisions are required regarding workload, providing customer service assistance to internal and external parties, handling immediate human resource issues, and meeting the needs of the department’s anatomic pathologists and residents for diagnostic requests and research projects.

A good working knowledge of gross anatomy, histology and immunohistochemistry is desirable. Previous grossing experience is also desirable.

Exceptional record keeping skills, and organizational abilities are required to document reagent testing and validity, parallel study analysis between methods, quality control and quality assurance records, documentation of technician training, preventative maintenance and workload activities.

Candidate should have comprehensive knowledge of New York State, CAP, and JCAHO regulations and recommendations for a clinical lab.

Assessing new techniques / procedures are expected to ensure quality and up-to-date service. Teaching responsibilities include but are not limited to technicians, pathology residents and other department staff.

Supervision and Direction Received : Receives administrative direction from the Surgical Pathology Chief Supervisor. Receives technical supervision from the Section Supervisor.

Supervision and Direction Exercised : As the laboratory senior tech, directs the activities of the evening and overnight techs staff assigned to the Gross Room, Histology, and IHC lab.

Instrument and Equipment : Microtomes, stainers, microscopes, chemical reagents and dyes, glassware, measuring, computer equipment and other equipment of similar scope and complexity.

Typical Assignments and Responsibilities : Oversee the daily operations of the laboratory. Assess work flow and assign technicians to tasks as needed.

25% Performs all duties related to processing specimens through the laboratory. Gross small biopsies, embedding and microtomy and processes IHC requests.

60%Perform competency assessment and training on staff as needed. 10%Serves as a member of the Surgical Pathology Operations Committee and other ad hoc departmental committees to contribute to the growth and sound management of the unit.

2%Other duties as assigned by the Laboratory Director and Chief Supervisor.

Required Qualifications

Medical Technologist / Clinical Lab Scientist, LaboratoryLicenses : MT-NYCertifications : MEDTECH-American Society of Clinical PathologyORHistotechnician, LaboratoryExperience : 2 yearsWeekends : as neededReferences : 2 References in entire work history Medical Technologists License

• 4 years of experience
• Lead / Supervisory experience
• Cytology or histology experience is preferred

SSN Required

DOB Required

References : 2 References in entire work history

EMAIL AT RFO :

NY License Verification (if applicable)

Professional Cert / Registration

Copy of Driver's License (Front and Back)

Cover Sheet

Facility Location

A unique urban oasis, this New York metropolis is famous for its people, food and fun. Visit any one of the city’s historic neighborhoods and landmarks, and while you’re at it, make sure you take the time to indulge in the city’s most famous cuisine hotdogs! Home to countless large companies and educational institutions, Rochester is one of New York’s most energetic cities.

Job Benefits

Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include :

• Competitive pay rates
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) and Flex Spending
• Life Insurance
• Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage
• Free Continuing Education
• Competitive Housing Deal
• Refer a friend and earn extra cash!

About the Company

At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.

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