Clinical Lab Technologist - Immunology/Coagulation Location: Valhalla, NY Shift: Monday-Friday 2:00 PM-10:30 PM Schedule: Full-Time Job Description / Summary We are seeking a Clinical Laboratory Technologist with experience or interest in Immunology and Coagulation to perform specialized clinical laboratory testing in a fast-paced hospital laboratory environment. This position is responsible for performing, analyzing, and verifying laboratory testing on patient specimens, with a focus on immunology and coagulation methodologies. The technologist will ensure accurate and timely results while maintaining quality control, regulatory compliance, and laboratory safety standards. Responsibilities Perform routine and specialized immunology and coagulation testing on patient specimens. Perform coagulation testing including PT/INR, aPTT, fibrinogen, D-dimer, and other routine or specialized coagulation assays. Perform immunology/serology testing using automated and manual methodologies. Operate automated and specialized laboratory instrumentation. Review, interpret, verify, and accurately report patient test results. Recognize abnormal or critical results and follow established notification procedures. Perform instrument calibration, quality control, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Prepare, store, and evaluate reagents and testing materials according to laboratory procedures. Document quality control results and corrective actions for identified deficiencies. Participate in proficiency testing, method validation, and implementation of new procedures or instrumentation as needed. Follow established SOPs, safety requirements, and quality assurance procedures. Maintain accurate specimen identification, handling, processing, and documentation. Communicate effectively with laboratory staff, physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. Assist with training and technical support for laboratory personnel as needed. Perform additional laboratory duties as assigned. Qualifications / Requirements Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Medical Laboratory Science, Clinical Laboratory Science, or a related qualifying field required. Current New York State Clinical Laboratory Technologist license/registration required, or eligibility to practice under an applicable NYS limited permit/restricted license. 0-2+ years of clinical laboratory experience preferred. Previous hands-on experience in Coagulation, Immunology, Serology, Special Chemistry, Hematology, or a Core Laboratory strongly preferred. Knowledge of coagulation principles, testing methodologies, instrumentation, quality control, and result interpretation. Familiarity with automated laboratory instrumentation and Laboratory Information Systems (LIS). Ability to perform instrument calibration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and quality control. Strong attention to detail with the ability to produce accurate and timely patient results. Ability to work independently, prioritize workload, and exercise sound professional judgment in a high-volume clinical laboratory environment.
