Part-Time Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Weill Cornell Medicine • Part-time • New York City Metropolitan Area, US • 1d ago

Part-time morning shift

For over three decades, the staff of the Ronald O. Perelman and Claudia Cohen Center for Reproductive Medicine (CRM) of Weill Cornell Medical College have been helping people from around the world to complete their families.

The Reproductive Endocrinology Laboratory is vital to CRM's work: the Center's physicians use the results of the blood testing performed at the laboratory to diagnose reproductive issues, monitor patient response to ovarian stimulation during ovulation induction, identify the optimal time for retrieval of oocytes during an IVF cycle and to confirm pregnancy after treatment.

Responsibilities

Process samples and perform assays required for NYS proficiency testing specimens
Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria
Identify, prioritize, and process all clinical samples while ensuring viability and sample integrity throughout the test process
Perform pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical test processes and evaluate results produced relative to the diagnostic assessment
Assist in evaluating data for accuracy and verify any questionable finding with proper documentation, thorough investigation, and appropriate follow-through
Complete testing processes without any errors, using written policies, procedures, and other appropriate resources
Evaluate and monitor quality control programs, reviews results, worksheets, and other data for accuracy and completeness
Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration in accordance with applicable policies and procedures
Adhere to quality control guidelines to ensure specimen integrity and result accuracy
Monitor and maintain inventory of reagents and consumables to prevent shortages
Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls
Perform complete record keeping of all lab reports, lab logs, and requisition forms
Report unusual or abnormal results to the laboratory supervisor and director
Perform various assays and procedures for research studies
Assist doctors and nurses with patient results
Assist director in evaluating and researching new methods and instrumentation

3 days a week, rotating weekends, plus holiday rotation.

*Sponsorship is not being offered for this position*

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