Medical Laboratory Technologist

Clinical Laboratory Technologist - Microbiology LabAt Stony Brook Medicine, a Clinical Laboratory Technologist is a valuable member of our team, who will demonstrate a high degree of technical competence and knowledge in current methods and techniques. Qualified candidates will demonstrate superior patient care and possess outstanding communication skills while adhering to our high standard of excellence. Duties may include but are not limited to the following:Demonstrates a high degree of technical competence in plating, isolating, analyzing and bacterial identification as assigned according to establishing departmental protocol.Performs microbiology bench in a team atmosphere with the authority, responsibility, and accountability for accurate performance of lab methods.Verifies accuracies of results, identifies inconsistencies and takes appropriate actions to make corrections.Operates and maintains instruments and lab equipment with occasional routine instrument maintenance as assigned per established protocol.Keeps accurate quality control records of all media and reagents by following established department's quality control procedure.Proficient in computer/LIS protocol as assigned.Be able to train CLS students, staff, pathology residents and clinical fellows.Engages in continuing education.Interact in a professional manner with lab staff, nursing staff, physicians, and other members of the hospital and community.Adheres to all SBUH and departmental policies and protocols.Perform other clinical duties as assigned.Qualifications Required (as evidenced by an attached resume): NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or documented eligibility, including provisional/limited permit eligibility with demonstrated relevant experience. Preferred: Bachelors degree in Medical Technology, Microbiology, or a Life Science. Microbiology or generalist registry (or Registry Eligible) from a nationally recognized organization. Recent Clinical Bacteriology and recent LIS experience.Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises. All Hospital positions may be subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary. This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair. This function/position maybe designated as "essential." This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements: Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services* Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references. Successfully complete a 4-panel drug screen* Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre-employment screenings. Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s). Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer. *The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.Anticipated Pay Range: The salary range (or hiring range) for this position is $89,142 - $113,055 Base. The above salary range represents SBUH's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The specific salary offer will be based on the candidate's validated years of comparable experience.