Senior Lab Worker - Night Shift (Sun-Thurs 11pm-7:30am, rotating holidays)

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Position Summary

At Stony Brook Medicine, a Senior Lab Worker is a valuable member of our team. Under the direction of the Department Supervisor, she /he will be responsible for oversight of specimen receiving operations to assist in ensuring accurate and timely reporting of patient results and compliance with all regulatory standards. Qualified candidates will demonstrate superior patient care and possess outstanding communication skills while adhering to our high standard of excellence.

Duties of a Senior Lab Worker may include the following but are not limited to:

• Functions as a shift supervisor directing personnel and activities. Interacts in a professional manner with other shift supervisors and the hospital community to ensure proper processing of specimens.
• Directs staff during LIS/Cerner downtime and recovery. Coordinates manual delivery of laboratory test results to units. Communicates downtime issues and resolutions with other Laboratory Department LIS System Managers.
• On-site resource on a daily basis for Specimen Receiving for computer issues. If necessary, forwards concerns to Laboratory LIS Coordinator/on-call Lab IT staff, Department Supervisor and/or Coordinator.
• Assures staff compliance with all relevant laboratory and hospital policies and procedures.
• Will train new staff to perform all duties related to the proper functioning of the department.
• Prepares specimens for analysis performing centrifugation pouring off specimens, etc. according to established protocol for each requested test. Specimens poured off/labelled accurately. Requisitions are processed correctly. Accessions STATs ASAP.
• Reviews all patient specimens received for proper labeling to ensure proper patient identification and check for appropriate sample type and size for the ordered test procedure.
• Handles all processing of biological specimens in the optimal way to assure specimen integrity and maintain all safety regulations as per established policies and procedures, including those of the reference laboratories.
• Assists in maintaining adequate supplies and alternates stock to obtain maximum benefits. Helps with stocking laboratory stations with needed supplies.
• Demonstrate computer competency to obtain pertinent data for order entry, LSARD registration and result reporting, etc. accurately and efficiently.
• Records data accurately and maintains records of laboratory reports as assigned. Oversees and performs other clerical related duties.
• Maintains all records and patient files in accordance with University Hospital and departmental policies and procedures. This will include regulatory agency mandates for laboratories from NYSDOH CLEP, CAP and JCAHO.
• Accessions patient specimens utilizing the computer system and/or manual procedures.
• Become proficient in proper use of Modular Pre-analytics (MPA) as appropriate.
• Answers telephone courteously, relays messages and provides information on laboratory services, specimen collection, requirements and status of specimens.
• Make calls to give lab results or answers telephones to provide information on availability of patient results, specimen collection information and addition of tests to existing orders.
• Provides information to patients, hospital staff, community physicians, agency and institutional clients, etc. related to laboratory testing, specimen collection, laboratory services, result reporting and specimen tracking.
• Reports all problems to the supervisor.
• Completes SB Safe reporting as appropriate. Trains staff in SB Safe protocol.
• Will be required to provide backup support in laboratory stat service and serve as a runner in transporting specimens between MART building and main hospital and between different departments within the department of laboratory.

Qualifications

Required: Two years full-time experience in a clinical laboratory. Excellent communication skills. Competency with computer applications. Excellent interpersonal skills. Excellent and proven problem solving and decision-making skills.

Preferred: High School Diploma, BS/BA/AA or some college credits.

Special Notes: Resume/CV should be included with the online application.

Posting Overview: This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).

If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.

• 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 maybe 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.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The salary range for this position is listed below. This range reflects Stony Brook University Hospital's good faith and reasonable estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting.

The final offer will be determined based on the candidate's verified years of relevant, comparable experience. Please note that misrepresentation or inflation of experience may result in disqualification from the hiring process or termination of employment if hired.

Some positions may also include annual supplemental pay, such as:

• Location Pay: for UUP, CSEA, and PEF full-time positions
• Shift Differentials: Additional pay for evening, night, or other supplemental shifts (e.g., inconvenience pay, geographic pay, or other applicable differentials)

At Stony Brook University Hospital, your compensation extends beyond your paycheck. We offer comprehensive benefits including generous leave, health insurance, and participation in the state pension system that contribute significantly to your overall total rewards package.

Stony Brook Medicine integrates and elevates all of Stony Brook University's health-related initiatives: education, research and patient care. It includes our Health Sciences schools - Medicine, Dental, Health Professions, Nursing and Social Welfare - a Program in Public Health, as well as Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook Children's Hospital, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital, Long Island State Veterans Home, and more than 200 community-based healthcare settings throughout Suffolk County.

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.

If you need a disability-related accommodation, please call the University Office of Equity and Access at (631)632-6280.

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