LABORATORY TECHNICIAN 2203
DISTINGUISHING
FEATURES OF THE CLASS
Under direct
supervision an employee in this class performs routine, entry level laboratory
tests and assembles data on test results. The employee takes samples and
performs physical, chemical and bacteriological tests on a variety of
materials, fluids, drugs etc. The employee may be assigned to a position in any
one of several specialized fields. Performance is reviewed by a technical
supervisor who checks and interprets test results, and by an administrative
supervisor who reviews performance for adherence to established policies and
procedures. Performs related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK
ACTIVITIES
Records test results and assembles
data for interpretation by technical supervisors;
Performs a variety of
bacteriological examinations to find evidence of diseases and pathological
conditions; prepares a variety of culture media; performs microscopic
examinations and reports results;
Draws blood and/or performs
hematological examinations, such as making complete blood counts, smears for
differential count, and blood grouping; determines sedimentation rates and
bleeding and clotting times; makes platelet and reticulocyte count and gravity
tests, performs urinalysis tests for the presence of sugar, urea, albumin,
etc.;
Performs standard tests for the
presence of drugs or other toxic agents in a variety of specimens;
Examines samples of water, food and
milk for the presence of bacteria;
Performs chemical tests on all types
of environmental samples to determine the presence of contaminants;
Operates a variety of physical and
chemical test apparatus;
Assists in the testing of new
products and/or procedures;
Sets up, breaks down and cleans test
apparatus.
FULL PERFORMANCE
KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
Working knowledge
of bacteriology including incubation and culture of bacteria; working knowledge
of slide staining techniques; working knowledge of microscopic examination
techniques; working knowledge of the methods of making chemical analysis of
blood and urine samples; working knowledge of laboratory procedures and
practices; skill in measuring and weighing small quantities of liquid and solid
substances; ability to learn proper use of laboratory equipment; ability to
learn methods, procedures, and practices of testing, sampling, examining
specimens and/or ability to learn venipuncture; ability to perform assigned
tasks according to exactly prescribed procedures and to make accurate
observations; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
OPEN COMPETITIVE
Either:
(a) Graduation from a college with federally-authorized
accreditation or registration by NY State with
an Associate's degree in one of the natural sciences (physical or biological);
or,
(b) Graduation from a standard
senior high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and two
(2) years of technical laboratory experience; or,
(c) An equivalent combination of
education and experience as defined by the limits of (a) and (b).
PROMOTIONAL
Two (2) years of permanent
competitive status as a Laboratory Aide.
NECESSARY SPECIAL
REQUIREMENT:
Depending upon assignment,
possession of a professional license and registration, issued by the New York
State Education Department, as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or Clinical
Laboratory Technician will be required.
Candidate must maintain the license/certification throughout employment
in the assignment.
Depending upon assignment, candidates
may be required to possess a valid New York State Driver's license.
R 6/25/10
Competitive
Review 7/23/15