Clinical Laboratory Technologist Job at New York State Office of Mental Health, Orangeburg, NY

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  • New York State Office of Mental Health
  • Orangeburg, NY

Job Description

Recruiting Clinical Lab Technologist for Nathan S. Kline Institute for Psychiatric Research

Nathan S. Kline Institute for Psychiatric Research (NKI) , an Office of Mental Health (OMH) Joint Commission accredited facility, is recruiting a Clinical Lab Technologist to serve as a Medical Technologist 1.

As a Medical Technologist 1, you will perform specialized chemical, physical, and microscopic clinical laboratory procedures and tests on human tissue specimens and body fluids in accordance with approved standards and operating procedures in NKI’s Clinical Laboratory.

Duties:

  • Prepares specimens and samples for testing
  • Operates, adjusts, monitors, and maintains clinical laboratory instruments and equipment
  • Prepares and analyzes specimens and samples for use in clinical laboratory proficiency testing
  • Analyzes, interprets, and discusses test results and findings with higher-level clinical laboratory staff, healthcare professionals, and/or scientists.
  • Documents clinical laboratory activities, maintains required records, and prepares statistical reports.
  • Analyzes, interprets, and discusses test results and findings with higher-level clinical laboratory staff, healthcare professionals, and/or scientists.
  • Documents clinical laboratory activities, maintains required records, and prepares statistical reports.
  • Assists in the research and development of new clinical laboratory techniques, procedures, and methodologies.

About NKI:

NKI is one of the nation’s most respected research centers focused on mental health, investigators at NKI study the causes, treatment, prevention, and rehabilitation of severe and persistent mental illnesses. As an OMH Research Facility, founded in 1952, NKI has earned a reputation for its landmark contributions in psychiatric research, especially in the areas of psychopharmacological treatments for schizophrenia and major mood disorders, dementia research, clinical trials methodology, neuroimaging, therapeutic drug monitoring, and the application of computer technology to mental health services.

The Clinical Laboratory at NKI is a full service clinical laboratory, performing much of the routine lab work for OMH. Specimens are collected at each facility, pre-processed, and transported to the Clinical Laboratory.

If you would like to join NKI and contribute to a workforce dedicated to public service, we offer the following benefits and opportunities:

  • Access to tuition assistance programs
  • Excellent opportunities for advancement & professional growth
  • Professional leave for additional learning activities
  • NYS medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off including vacation, holidays, personal, & sick leave
  • Defined-benefit pension and deferred-compensation (457b) retirement plans

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology;

OR

Minimum of 90 semester hours or equivalent in an accredited college or university and the successful completion of a course of training of at least 12 months in a school of medical technology approved by the Council on Medical Education of the American Medical Association;

OR

Bachelor's degree in one of the Chemical, Physical, or Biological Sciences and one year of training and/or experience in medical technology;

OR

Any combination of academic study and training and/or experience outlined in Section 58 of Title 10 of the New York State Public Health Law as referenced in the New York State Codes, Rules, and Regulations (NYCRR).

All candidates who meet the minimum qualifications must possess a valid New York State license, issued by the New York State Education Department, Office of the Professions, as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist.

Additional Comments:

The Mission of the New York State Office of Mental Health is to promote the mental health of all New Yorkers, with a focus on providing hope and supporting recovery for adults with serious mental illness and children with serious emotional disturbances. Applicants with lived mental health experience are encouraged to apply. OMH is deeply committed to supporting underserved individuals, organizations, and communities. To this end, OMH is focused on implementing activities and initiatives to reduce disparities in access, quality, and treatment outcomes for underserved populations. A critical component of these efforts is ensuring OMH is a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees' unique attributes and skills are valued and utilized to support the mission of the Agency. OMH is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Pursuant to Executive Order 161, no State entity, as defined by the Executive Order, is permitted to ask, or mandate, in any form, that an applicant for employment provide his or her current compensation, or any prior compensation history, until such time as the applicant is extended a conditional offer of employment with compensation. If such information has been requested from you before such time, please contact the Office of Employee Relations at (518) 474-6988 or via email at info@oer.ny.gov.

Background checks are required.

These positions are eligible for a Downstate Adjustment of $3,400.

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