Position Summary

At Stony Brook Medicine, a TH Clinical Laboratory Technologist is a valuable member of our team, who provides clinical services to our patient population.  Qualified candidates will demonstrate superior patient care and possess outstanding communication skills while adhering to our high standard of excellence.

Duties of a TH Clinical Laboratory Technologist in the Blood Bank Department may include the following but are not limited to:

The individual filing this position will perform Blood Bank Technologist duties including but not limited to:  performance of routine test analysis, adhere to all departmental policies and protocols, and apply detailed specialized knowledge of scientific principles and their application to perform advanced level testing in general and specific areas in Blood Bank.  They must also perform and understand all quality control procedures, review the accuracy of final test reports, recognize routine laboratory problems and identifies the cause, and maintain up to date overall knowledge of this professional field as required to perform normal duties described in this job description.  Under the general supervision of the department supervisory staff, the TH Clinical Lab Tech II will have responsibilities for the following duties:

• Will have line responsibility for performance of routine test analysis, must be able to work effectively in the Blood Bank environment and adhere to all departmental policies and protocols.
• Must apply detailed specialized knowledge of scientific principles and their application to perform advanced level testing in general and specific areas in the Blood Bank.  This specialized responsibility is inclusive of identification of atypical serum antibodies, analysis of incompatibility, transfusion reaction studies, among others including the generating of all necessary reports for above testing.  TH Clinical Lab Tech IV, III, II.
• Performs and understands all quality control procedures as required by departmental protocols.  Identifies and insures that all reagents and equipment utilized are within set quality control standards.  TH Clinical Lab Tech IV, III, II.
• Reviews the accuracy of final reports, verifying computer print-outs where applicable.  Implements new test procedures or new equipment under the direction of the supervisor.  TH Clinical Lab Tech II.
• Recognizes routine laboratory problems and identifies the cause.  Where applicable would take corrective action to remedy such problems through the use of proper laboratory protocol or minor routine equipment repair and adjustments, and bring such problems to the attention of the supervisor.  TH Clinical Lab Tech III, II.
• Assists the supervising staff in teaching medical technology students and others in both laboratory theory and technique.  TH Clinical Lab Tech II.
• Maintains up-to-date overall knowledge of this professional field as required to perform normal duties described in this job description.  TH Clinical Lab Tech IV, III, II.
• Must have a general knowledge of all standards and regulations that apply specifically to this job position as issued by FDA, NYS Department of Health and other applicable accreditation and regulatory authorities.  TH Clinical Lab Tech IV, III, II.
• Maintains and conducts safe laboratory practices as required by the NYS Department of Health and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.  TH Clinical Lab Tech IV, III, II.
• Responsible for the complete understanding and utilization of computer systems applicable to the department including basic maintenance and troubleshooting procedures that are conducted on a day to day basis.  TH Clinical Lab Tech IV, III, II.
• May be required to fill in for the shift supervisor during his/her absence.  The Clinical Lab Tech II must be thoroughly familiar with all administrative policies and procedures in addition to all technical procedures.  Application of all these policies must be completely understood to accomplish this substitute supervisory function.  TH Clinical Lab Tech II.
• Under the direction of the shift supervisor, is responsible for the performance of all emergency test procedures required in life threatening situations.  Must be able to perform these functions independently in the absence of the supervisor and must be able to independently initiate the Blood Bank Disaster plan in the event of a community disaster and in the absence of the supervisor.  TH Clinical Lab Tech IV, III, II.

Qualifications

Required: 

SL-1: NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or documented eligibility, including provisional/limited permit eligibility with 0-2 years demonstrated relevant experience.

SL-2: NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or documented eligibility, including provisional/limited permit eligibility with 3-5 years demonstrated relevant experience.  

SL-3: NYS licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or documented eligibility, including provisional/limited permit eligibility with a minimum 6 years demonstrated relevant experience.  

Preferred: MT (ASCP) Certification or equivalent preferred additional Blood Bank experience.  Working knowledge of Mediware Hemocare and/or WellSky Transfusion.  Experience in automated Blood Bank inclusive of Immucor Galileo/Galileo Echo.

Please Note: Verification of degree (e.g., diploma or official transcript) is required for this role. Upload of documentation must be included with your application for consideration. 
 

Anticipated Pay Range:

The salary range (or hiring range) for this position is $91,815 - $116,443/ year.

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.  Any efforts to inflate or misrepresent experience are grounds for disqualification from the application process or termination of employment if hired.

Some positions offer annual supplemental pay such as:

• Location pay for UUP, CSEA & PEF full-time positions ($4000)

• Night shift differential ($15,000), evening shift differential ($10,000)

• Inconvenience pay/supplemental shift differential. ($575)

Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck. SBUH provides generous leave, health plans, and a state pension that add to your bottom line.