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Stony Brook Medicine (Stony Brook University Hospital) Instructional Support Assistant, Microbiology Lab - PER DIEM in Stony Brook, New York
Position Summary
At Stony Brook Medicine, a TH Instructional Support Assistant is a valuable member of our team, who provides administrative and executive support and has the ability to interface with all levels of management throughout the hospital. Qualified candidates will demonstrate superior patient care and possess outstanding communication skills while adhering to our high standard of excellence.
Duties of a TH Instructional Support Assistant in Laboratories include the following but are not limited to:
- Assist with the regulatory mandated inventory control process. All issues related to the lot numbers, shipments and reagent expiration dates will be promptly brought to the attention of an SL-4, Clinical Laboratory Technologist Bench Supervisor or a Senior Clinical Laboratory Technologist.
- Under the supervision of an SL 4 Clinical Lab Tech Bench Supv or a Senior Clinical lab. Tech, the incumbent will load and unload blood culture bottles.
- Responsible for the laboratory upkeep which includes filing, stocking shelves, work benches and other clerical duties.
- Responsible for cleaning and periodic maintenance of incubators in accordance with safety regulations as per established procedures and regulatory standards.
- Maintains record of laboratory reports such as temperature charts, eye washes and maintenance logs per regulatory standards.
- Serves as runner in transporting specimen within departments.
- Adheres to all policies and protocol to ensure quality patient care and maintenance of safety rules and HIPAA, NYS-DOH and Joint Commission regulations.
Qualifications
Required: Two years of college credit in a healthcare related field of study.
Preferred: Prior clinical laboratory experience. Prior experience in an academic medical center. Currently Enrolled in Accredited Clinical Laboratory Science ( CLS ) Program.
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.
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- 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.
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Anticipated Pay Range:
The salary rate for this position has been established at $21.00 per hour.
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.
Minimum Salary: 21.00 Maximum Salary: 21.00 Salary Unit: Hourly