Clinical Technologist II Grade C

    Clerical and Technical generic job description

    Job Family: Clinical
    Job Code: 531

    Job summary:

    Supports the department with preparation, operation, and maintenance of the laboratory.

    Principal responsibilities:

    • Performs specialized laboratory tests and procedures in such areas as histology, cytology, cytogenics, medical technology, and histocompatibility. Records results. Interprets and analyzes results of test and procedures
    • Tests for and ensures quality control of slides, specimens and cultures. Sets up, operates and maintains laboratory equipment
    • Oversees and instructs support staff. Serves as a source of information on specialized laboratory techniques and equipment operation
    • Prepares specimens, tissu e, bodily fluid samples, and other matter for analysis and diagnosis using specialized laboratory techniques
    • Stains and mounts slides, prepares specialized solutions an d media; and cultures tissues
    • Develops and modifies laboratory techniques and proce dures. Orders and maintains inventory of supplies. May photograph specimens and other matter and develop film
    • Performs additional functions incidental to laboratory activities

    Required education and experience:

    • Six years of related work experience, four of them in the same job family at the next lower level, and high school level education; or four years of related work experience and an Associate’s degree, or little or no work experience and a Bachelor’s degree in a related field; or an equivalent combination of experience and education

    Required licenses or certifications:

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    Physical requirements:

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