Lead Technologist - Variable Shifts - Includes Weekend Hours - Eastern Long Island Hospital bei Stony Brook Medicine / Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital

• Performs clinical laboratory procedures proficiently in all areas of the clinical laboratory. 
• Performs special procedures in those areas of the clinical laboratory so designated. 
• Utilizes and can interpret results from quality control materials used in all areas of the clinical laboratory. Identifies and can solve problem areas regarding quality control. Review of monthly quality control reports and makes changes as necessary. 
• Records the results of all laboratory tests and quality control procedures performed.  
• Enters all required data into laboratory computer system.  
• Must have theoretical and working knowledge of all laboratory instrumentation. 
• Performs STAT or emergency testing as required. knowledge of all laboratory instrumentation. 
• Must be familiar with protocol for troubleshooting and proper maintenance of laboratory instrumentation in all areas of the clinical laboratory. 
• Must maintain a clean working environment. 
• Will function as a supervisor to review daily and shift quality control on off shifts, weekends and when laboratory manager is not available.
• Performs all related duties, not included, but required by the laboratory management. 
• Must follow department infection control and safety procedures.  
• Maintains departmental inventory. 
• Maintains all records required for approval by the New York State Department of Health. 
• Adheres to the Hospital and Laboratory Policy and Procedure Manuals. 
• Assists in training new technologists and phlebotomists. 
• Capable of working independently without supervisory assistance. 
• Directs, supervises, and coordinates technical functions and activities in any or all divisions of the clinical laboratory. 
• Inspects and observes personnel practices and informs manager when violations or issues occur. 
• Assists staff in technical procedures as required. 
• Assists laboratory manager with duties as required. 
• Cooperates with all personnel in the proper conduct of the department.
• Maintains ethical relationships.
• Adheres to hospital and departmental rules and regulations.
• Participates in in-service programs.

Required Experience & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or related science from an accredited college or university
• Ten (10) years clinical laboratory experience
• Certification as a Medical Technologist from ASCP
• New York State license as a Medical Technologist
• Proven managerial skills
• Good oral and written communication skills 

Physical Demands:

• Communicate orally and written. 
• Use telecommunication devices. 
• Must have fine motor dexterity to complete bimanual/bilateral tasks. 
• Ability to stoop, bend, and lift 20-liter containers. 
• Exposed to the danger of infection or harm from pathogenic material or chemicals. 
• Occasional prolonged standing or walking.  
• Subject to eyestrain. 

The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this job description are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of SBELIH.

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

• 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 may be 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 Eastern Long Island and related facilities.

Anticipated Pay Range: 

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established based on relevant experience. The above salary range (or hiring range) represents SBEILH’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. 

Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck! 

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 Eastern Long Island’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 Human Resources department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.

Company Overview:

As part of Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital (SBELIH) combines the best in academic and community medicine, improving access to advanced medical care for residents of the North Fork and Shelter Island. With 70 beds, SBELIH is Suffolk County’s first hospital, serving the North Fork since 1905. SBELIH provides care to 25,000 year-round residents and expanding to 60,000 summer residents with comprehensive healthcare solutions, including behavioral health, medical-surgical, orthopedics and general surgery, wound care, interventional pain management and GI, advanced ambulatory care, diagnostic, and physical therapy services. The hospital is also a clinical campus and training site for Stony Brook Medicine, with its first SBELIH Psychiatry resident having graduated in 2022.

StaffCo is a Professional Employer Organization, commonly referred to as a PEO, duly organized and registered under the New York Professional Employer Organization law.  StaffCo and SUNY have entered into a professional employer agreement under which StaffCo is the employer of Stony Brook Eastern Long Island employees and responsible for all aspects of employment, including hirings, promotions, disciplines, terminations, the day-to-day direction and supervision of work, as well as labor relations and collective bargaining. StaffCo is fully responsible for providing all payroll and human resources services, including the payment of wages, collecting and reporting payroll taxes and maintaining any and all employee benefits.  SUNY Stony Brook Hospital is responsible for the operation of the hospital and provision of health care and is the co-employer as is necessary to conduct its responsibilities and for related licensure, regulatory or statutory requirements and obligations.     

Given StaffCo’s employment responsibilities, it is deemed the “employer” for employment and labor law purposes.   Thus, the employees are private sector employees of StaffCo, not public sector employees of SUNY.   The private sector nature of the StaffCo employees has been approved by NYS Civil Service and upheld in a decision by the US National Labor Relations Board. 

Stony Brook Medicine 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.

Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital, consistent with our shared core values and our intent to achieve excellence, remains dedicated to supporting healthier and more resilient communities, both locally and globally.