Laboratory Technologist III - Breast & Imaging Center

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The people of Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center (MSK) are united by a singular mission: ending cancer for life. Our specialized care teams provide personalized, compassionate, expert care to patients of all ages. Informed by basic research done at our Sloan Kettering Institute, scientists across MSK collaborate to conduct innovative translational and clinical research that is driving a revolution in our understanding of cancer as a disease and improving the ability to prevent, diagnose, and treat it. MSK is dedicated to training the next generation of scientists and clinicians, who go on to pursue our mission at MSK and around the globe.

We're taking daring steps to redefine what's possible in Laboratory Medicine. Our state-of-the-art clinical laboratories provide sophisticated technology and automated equipment that allow our teams to get to answers faster and more efficiently, with a strong emphasis on applied and translational research. We are committed to the growth and advancement of the department, and fully support the active collaboration of scientists, clinicians, and industry specialists to develop next-generation laboratory methods. MSK is dedicated to providing diverse educational opportunities to develop further the skills and ambitions of our medical technologists, laboratory managers, and laboratory directors.

Exciting Opportunity at MSK: As the need for laboratory medicine services grows across MSK, we are thrilled to announce our need for a Laboratory Technologist III at our Breast and Imaging Center (BAIC) 66th Street Lab location critical part of our Laboratory Medicine offerings. This professional should be a generalist.

Role Overview:

• Plan, coordinate and supervise the day-to-day work of laboratory personnel engaged in routine and specialized technical procedures

• Plan laboratory work, evaluate work performed, and handle procedural and technical laboratory problems to meet the clinical staff and patients' needs.

• Supervise Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Safety, and Inspection Control practices assuring compliance with internal and external regulations.

• Ensure smooth workflow and demonstrate decision-making abilities in all aspects of performance in support of the department.

Key Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (Medical Technology, Biology, or Clinical Laboratory Sciences)

• 4+ years of relevant experience (preferably including supervisory experience)

• Previous experience in a generalist role

• Hematology experience

• NY State Clinical Labs license

• ASCP certification preferred

Core Skills:

• Communication: Ability to compose written correspondence and to present information in a clear, concise manner.

• Information Management: Ability to communicate, explain, interpret, share and present information to employees, management and clinical staff, as well as appropriate external contacts.

• Time Management: Ability to set priorities among several tasks simultaneously and meet established deadlines.

Additional Information:

• Location: Breast and Imaging Center (BAIC), 300 E. 66th Street, New York, NY

• Hours: Bi-weekly rotation Monday - Friday, 7 AM - 3 PM and 10:30 AM - 6:30 PM shifts.

• Reports to: Associate Director, Laboratory Medicine

Pay Range: $51.18 - $81.95/hr.

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For further information, please visit: https://www.mskcc.org/departments/pathology-laboratory-medicine

Closing:

At MSK, we believe in fair, competitive pay that reflects your job, experience, and skills.

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