(Archived) Clinical Laboratory Technologist CLT New York

A professional who, under the direction of the section supervisor, performs highly technical work with requires exercise of independent judgment and responsibility involving performance of wide variety of routine tests and specialized chemical, microscopic and bacteriologic test on a professional level to obtain data for use in diagnosis and treatment of disease. Recognizes problems and/or the potential for problems within the assigned section regarding instruments, computers and inventory. Displays sound, supportive and independent, judgement in resolving issues in the absence of a Supervisor.

Education:
BS Degree in Medical Technology or related science. NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technologist License.
Education acceptable by NYSED for a Clinical Laboratory Technologist license.

Minimum Experience:
Two years of clinical laboratory experience preferred

Required License/Certification:
ASCP certification preferred
NYS Technologist license or eligible required. If not licensed, NYS Permit required within two months of hire, NYS Technologist license required within one year of Permit issuance. Trainee’s without a Permit may observe, read procedures and learn processes in each section of the laboratory. They may not under any circumstances verify any testing on patients. They may be used for specimen processing, send outs and phlebotomy. Once a Permit has been obtained, candidate may verify tests in areas that competency has been completed.