Technologist II - Microbiology - Evening Shift

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Exciting Opportunity at MSK: The Clinical Microbiology Lab is currently seeking an experienced Microbiology Technologist II and will be responsible for all laboratory operations.

We're taking ambitious steps to redefine what's possible in Laboratory Medicine! Our innovative clinical laboratories provide sophisticated technology and automated equipment that allow our teams to get to answers faster and more efficiently, with a strong emphasis on applied and translational research. We are committed to the growth and advancement of the department and fully support the active collaboration of scientists, clinicians, and industry guides to develop next-generation laboratory methods. MSK is dedicated to providing diverse educational opportunities to develop further the skills and ambitions of our medical technologists, laboratory managers, and laboratory directors.

It's an exciting time for the Laboratory Medicine Department as many of our teams have recently moved into our new innovative laboratory medicine facility on East 64th Street! Our new Laboratory Medicine Building improves operational efficiency, allowing our Laboratory Medicine team to provide test results more quickly and reduce the amount of blood needed from a patient to generate those results. For further information, please visit: https://www.mskcc.org/departments/laboratory-medicine/expertise

Role Overview:

• Perform technical duties in laboratory sections, with minimal supervision, as assigned.
• Maintain complete, accurate, legible, neat, organized, and up-to-date records/logs/files.
• Assures the accuracy of all tests performed by adhering to the laboratory’s Standard Operating Procedures. Performs routine and advanced equipment maintenance.
• Follows all applicable laboratory, departmental and institutional policies and procedures related to billing. Participates in and promotes the prevention, detection and resolution of instances of noncompliance with departmental and institutional billing policies and procedures.
• Assures data is internally consistent and meets QC guidelines.
• Provides direction, training, and feedback on routine laboratory procedures, as assigned

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree clinical laboratory sciences required
• 2+ years of proven experience required; Microbiology experience preferred
• NYS Clinical Laboratory Technologist License required
• ASCP preferred

Core Skills:

• Highly motivated
• Organized and flexible with tasks
• Highly attentive to details
• Able to multi-task to prioritize work
• Committed to improving cancer care

Additional Information:

• Shift: Monday - Friday; 4PM-12AM
• Location: CLM Building
• Reporting into: Manager, Laboratory Science

Pay Range: $45.29-$72.42

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