Program Description

The Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) curriculum is a career program in which the student earns the AAS degree. In addition to taking general core courses, certain liberal arts and science requirements, and specialized courses in medical laboratory technology, the student has a requirement to train in state-of-the-art hospital laboratories. Upon completion, students will to sit for the Medical Laboratory Technician exam through the American Society for Clinical Pathology. Upon passing the exam graduates will become nationally certified and earn the NYS Clinical Laboratory Technician license.

Curriculum Coordinator: Dr. Diane P. Banks

Email: Diane.Banks@bcc.cuny.edu

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    Director of the BCC MLT Program, Dr. Diane P. Banks, and Pathology Lab Manager at Montefiore Health System, Natalie Velez Welsh talk about a new partnership focusing on skill development within Montefiore hospitals which offers promising medical career opportunities to young individuals.

    Black History in Clinical Laboratory Science

    Learning Outcomes

    Upon successful completion of the Medical Laboratory Technician program requirements, students will be able to:

    1. Accurately perform analytical testing on identified patient samples using appropriate reagents, method calibrators, controls, instruments, and diagnostic
      analyzers.
    2. Differentiate between normal and abnormal cells and results, determine necessary follow up testing, carry out additional testing, as needed.
    3. Adhere to strict safety and privacy requirements in the academic and professional setting.
    4. Demonstrate critical thinking skills for problem-solving in laboratory and clinical settings.
    5. Demonstrate professionalism in the classroom and workplace and qualify for potential employment as a technician or technologist in a medical laboratory facility.

    Internships

    The program includes a 15 week internship at clinical affiliate sites throughout NYC. The internship provides practical hands-on experience that prepares the student for a career as a Medical Laboratory Technician.

    Preparing You for ASCP Certification 

    Students graduating from the MLT are eligible to sit for the American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) certification examination.* Passing this exam earns graduates the NYS CLT(Technician) License. This license is needed for employment in any NYS clinical Laboratory.

    Programs Details

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    MEDICAL LABORATORY TECHNICIAN PROGRAM OUTCOMES

    CREDENTIALING EXAMINATION (ASCP) PASS RATE

    Three-year average credentialing examination (American Society for Clinical Pathology examination) overall pass rate at within one year of graduation

    Year Percent passing in 1st year of graduating Number of students
    2022 – 2023 53% 9 out of 17 passed within 1 year
    2021 – 2022 57% 13 out of 23 passed within 1 year
    2020 – 2021 76% 19 out of 25 passed within 1 year
    3 year average 63%

    PROGRAM COMPLETION RATE

    Program completion rate is defined as the number of students who complete the final half of the didactic and clinical phase of the program. The program length is 2 – 2.5 years, this calculation begins when students enroll in MLT 85, 86 & 89 sequence.

    Year Percent completion Number of students
    2023 92% 24 out of 26 students graduated
    2022 71% 22 out of 31 students graduated
    2021 90% 26 out of 29 students graduated
    3-year average 84%

    CAREER PLACEMENT RATE

    Three-year average advanced career rate within twelve months of graduation.

    Year Percent Career Placement outcomes Number of students
    2023 84% Total advanced career 16 students transferred to a senior college for CLS or employed by clinical laboratories

    3 student neither are employed or in college

    5 students have unknown statuses

    2022 82% Total advanced career 9 students transferred to a senior college for CLS or employed by clinical laboratories

    2 student neither are employed or in college

    11 students have unknown statuses

    2021 95% Total advanced career 20 transferred to a senior college for CLS or employed by clinical laboratories

    1 students neither are employed or in college

    5 students have unknown statuses

    3 year average  

    88% Total advanced career placement rate

     


    The National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS) Board of Directors has awarded continuing accreditation for two years effective 2023 to 2025 to Bronx Community College of CUNY’s Medical Laboratory Science Program.

    National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Science (NAACLS)
    (773) 714-8880
    5600 N. River Road
    Rosemont, IL 60018
    www.naacls.org

    BCC MLT Program Jobs Available

    MLT Study Lab Supervisor Job Description

    Primary duties will include:

    • Coordinate and supervise the MLT study lab to ensure it remains open with qualified MLT tutors. This includes creating and maintaining the tutor schedule and advertising the study labs availability.
    • Tutor MLT students and Alumni during available study lab hours online, in-person and as an embedded tutor during class lab sessions.
    • Provide guidance to teaching faculty and students on how to use laboratory facilities in an appropriate and safe manner as it relates to equipment used in the study lab.
    • Coordinate with senior CLT for MLT to help manage the MLT laboratories including the study lab and ensure that the right equipment, tools, chemicals and other materials are adequately stocked and kept in working condition as it relates to equipment used in the study lab.
      • When it comes to bulleted items 3 and 4, the MLT study lab Supervisor is advised to coordinate with the Senior CLT’s in MLT.
    • Other duties as assigned.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Minimum Qualifications:

    • Associates degree in an appropriate discipline and 1 year of related experience

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree (bachelor’s degree can be substituted for up to two years of required related experience.)
    • Strong understanding of the needs and challenges facing students from diverse backgrounds
    • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team, within the department and with faculty and other administrators
    • Strong organizational, project management, communication, and facilitation skills
    • Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records of student activities
    • Strong academic advisement skills
    • Understanding of Financial Aid implications on advisement
    • Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed
    • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, and aptitude to learn new systems as needed.

    CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

    • Provides expert and/or specialized academic counseling to a diverse student population.
    • Offers comprehensive and intrusive advisement to full-time and part-time students
    • Works with other academic affairs staff as well as enrollment and student affairs to assist students to declare majors and select appropriate courses
    • Monitors students’ performances and takes appropriate action if necessary; resolves students’ problems regarding curricular requirements
    • Develops academic plans and performs graduation audits
    • Provides information to students regarding student support services, college policies and program procedures and guidelines
    • Facilitates workshops; assists with other department activities such as course scheduling
    • Establishes and maintains student advisement files; prepares activity reports and analyses
    • May supervise extramural activities, such as internships and community service; may assist with accreditation efforts as needed
    • May provide career and transfer services and/or specialized program counseling
    • Performs related duties as assigned.

     

    CUNY TITLE

    College Laboratory Technician

    COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

    $30/hr

    Salary commensurate with education and experience.

    HOW TO APPLY

    Candidates should provide a resume and cover letter to Diane.Banks@bcc.cuny.edu

    CLOSING DATE

    Open until filled with review of resumes to begin March 13, 2021.

    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

    CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

    Part -time Dedicated MLT Academic Advisor Job Description

    Primary duties will include:

    • Deliver comprehensive advisement services to an assigned group of students through degree completion;
    • Conduct or support delivery of weekly student seminars on issues of importance to students;
    • Review student progress and track student use of academic support services;
    • Conduct regular outreach to faculty and other college staff as needed to support student success;
    • Maintain accurate tracking data and notes for each assigned student, recommending appropriate referrals and opportunity programs;
    • Support annual recruitment of new students into the program;
    • Organize periodic special events and programs for students, faculty and staff; and
    • Perform other related duties as assigned by the MLT Program Director.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Minimum Qualifications:

    • Associates degree in an appropriate discipline and 1 year of related experience

    Preferred Qualifications:

    • Bachelor’s degree (bachelor’s degree can be substituted for up to two years of required related experience.)
    • Strong understanding of the needs and challenges facing students from diverse backgrounds
    • Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team, within the department and with faculty and other administrators
    • Strong organizational, project management, communication, and facilitation skills
    • Ability to maintain accurate and detailed records of student activities
    • Strong academic advisement skills
    • Understanding of Financial Aid implications on advisement
    • Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed
    • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite, and aptitude to learn new systems as needed.

     

    CUNY TITLE OVERVIEW

    • Provides expert and/or specialized academic counseling to a diverse student population.
    • Offers comprehensive and intrusive advisement to full-time and part-time students
    • Works with other academic affairs staff as well as enrollment and student affairs to assist students to declare majors and select appropriate courses
    • Monitors students’ performances and takes appropriate action if necessary; resolves students’ problems regarding curricular requirements
    • Develops academic plans and performs graduation audits
    • Provides information to students regarding student support services, college policies and program procedures and guidelines
    • Facilitates workshops; assists with other department activities such as course scheduling
    • Establishes and maintains student advisement files; prepares activity reports and analyses
    • May supervise extramural activities, such as internships and community service; may assist with accreditation efforts as needed
    • May provide career and transfer services and/or specialized program counseling
    • Performs related duties as assigned.

    CUNY TITLE

    Higher Education Assistant

    COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

    $22.20-30.00/hr

    Salary commensurate with education and experience.

    HOW TO APPLY

    https://forms.gle/Me8GjXnr7uVSVWeg7

    Candidates should provide a resume and cover letter.

    CLOSING DATE

    Open until filled with review of resumes to begin July 22, 2022.

    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

    CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

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