Supervisor of Laboratories (Special Chemistry)

Under general supervision, an incumbent of this class is responsible for supervising the operation of the Special Chemistry Laboratory during an assigned shift, which includes coordinating the activities of the technical and support staff assigned to that shift and providing technical expertise in the chemical analysis of specimens using specialized chemical procedures 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. Supervision is exercised over a number of medical technologists and support staff. Does related work as required.

Either: (a) a Bachelor’s degree* in medical technology and six years of post-degree experience in an approved hospital or public health laboratory, including four years in special chemistry; or (b) a Bachelor’s degree* in one of the chemical, physical or biological sciences and seven years of post-degree experience as described in (a); or (c) a Master’s degree* in one of the chemical, physical or biological sciences and four years of post-degree experience as described in (a); or (d) a combination of training and experience as described in Section 58 1.5 of NYCRR Article 10 and seven years of post-degree experience as described in (a); or
(e) possession of a license and current registration issued by the New York State Education Department as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist and six years post license laboratory experience as described in (a).

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