Senior Medical Technologist (Chemistry)

Under general supervision, an incumbent of this class is responsible performing specialized technical chemical analyses of specimens leading to the diagnosis and treatment of diseases. Responsibility also involves ensuring the receipt, recording, grouping and labeling of specimens and the communication of test results to the attending physician. Work involves shift assignment and weekend rotation. May function as a lead technologist in providing technical expertise and guidance in the area of specialization over lower level technicians. Does related work as required.

Either: (a) at time of permanent appointment, possession of a license and current registration as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist issued by the New York State Education Department; or (b) at time of temporary appointment, possession of a limited permit as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or restricted license to practice clinical laboratory technology at the Westchester Medical Center issued by the New York State Education Department. CANDIDATES MUST SEND COPIES OF THE APPROPRIATE LICENSE, CERTIFICATE, OR REGISTRATION TO WESTCHESTER COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES TO THE ADDRESS SHOWN AT THE END OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT.

There will be no written or oral test for this examination. Candidates who meet the minimum qualifications will receive a rating based on an evaluation of their training and experience against the duties of the position. Be as concrete and specific as possible; vagueness and ambiguity will not be resolved in your favor. You are, therefore, asked to include in your application a summary of all pertinent training and experience. You will receive a grade based upon the college degree, continuing education credits and licensed work experience detailed in your

There are no residence requirements to participate in the examination, but preference in appointment may be given to eligibles that have been residents in the appointing jurisdiction for 30 days prior to the examination and at the effective date of appointment.