Histotechnologist Education Specialist

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Job Location (Full Address):

211 Bailey Rd, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14586

Opening:

Worker Subtype:

Regular

Time Type:

Full time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Department:

500236 Surgical Pathology SMH

Work Shift:

UR - Day (United States of America)

Range:

UR URCB 215 H

Compensation Range:

$38.64 - $52.16

Responsibilities:

The Medical Technology Specialist-Education, with general latitude to work independently, is responsible for coordinating the MT student program(s) assuring that the curriculum is adequately covered during student labs, clinical rotations and lectures. They coordinates reviews, as well as, update and/or create training information and education materials. With direction from the Education Director or Manager, implements education processes within departmental areas to increase and sustain the pipeline of licensure qualified staff through didactic curriculum development, identification of clinical objectives and experiences, and scheduling of clinical experiences that align with learning objectives

As a core member of the technical staff, this position will perform all duties of the Medical Technologist II and will adhere to all hospital and laboratory policies. Communicates with internal and external clients clearly and professionally.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Oversees student experiences in their clinical areas of expertise.  Along with section supervisors, includes selection and development of medical technologist instructors for clinical rotations and scheduling MT students in Chemistry introductory labs and clinical rotations. 
• Creates & maintains didactic curricula for their areas of expertise that align with national accreditation and NYS Education requirements for Medical Technology Programs with oversite from Department Faculty. Primary instructor/coordinator for student CMT 401, Essentials of Clinical Lab.  
• Assists in preparing and delivering student teaching materials both on and off clinical benches. Prepares, administers and grade/review examinations and/or assessments that align with lecture materials and practicum experiences.
• Works with the Departmental Education Manager and Director to schedule the didactic lectures. Ensures that lecture materials are at the appropriate level.  Writes and delivers lectures when needed.
• Under supervision of the section supervisors, schedules rotations for visiting students from academic affiliates as scheduling permits. Works with other lab sections to coordinate laboratory assignments that are performed in other departments or labs.
• Attends relevant meetings as requested. Engages in continuing education, role specific training, and competency assessments to augment professional development and success in this position.
• Perform all duties of Medical Technologist II.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field and 4 years of experience as a Medical Laboratory Scientist post-licensure required or
• Master's degree in related field and 2 years of experience as a Medical Laboratory Scientist post-licensure required or
• PHD in related field and 1 year of experience as a Medical Laboratory Scientist post-licensure required
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Medical Technologist NYS upon hire required or
• Histotechnologist (HTL) NYS, restricted to Histology Lab upon hire required

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