Clin Lab Technologist II

Albany Medical College; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 60,367 - 90,551; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health care coverage

Wellbeing support programs

Job summary

A leading medical college in Albany is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Technologist to perform laboratory testing. The role includes utilizing clinical lab experience to ensure accurate results and efficient operations. Successful candidates will have relevant education in laboratory technology, strong communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with colleagues. Comprehensive health benefits and a supportive work environment are part of the package offered by this esteemed institution.

Qualifications

• Education and training in clinical laboratory technology.
• Ability to perform tests accurately and timely.
• Experience in using laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform clinical tests aiding in disease detection and diagnosis.
• Document test results and quality control processes.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues.

Skills

Clinical laboratory experience

Effective written and verbal communication

Quality control procedures

Use of automated equipment

Education

Relevant technologist education

Tools

Microscopes

Cell counters

Job description

Department/Unit:MicrobiologyWork Shift:Night (United States of America)Salary Range:$60,367.47 - $90,551.20Lab Techs will utilize knowledge and clinical laboratory experience to perform testing in an accurate and timely manner. The Clinical Laboratory Technologist performs tests that aid clinicians in the detection and diagnosis of disease and/or monitor the progress of defined illnesses or treatments initiated by a physician. This position requires the exercise of independent judgement and responsibility with minimal supervision by the director or supervisor in only those specialties or subspecialties for which the technologist is qualified by education, training and experience. The technologist is directed by the Laboratory Supervisor/Assistant Supervisor. Lab Techs will perform testing and compile reports results on laboratory specimens.Thoroughly, accurately and legibly documents test results and quality controlUses effective written and verbal communication skills to cooperatively work with customers and employees.Performs maintenance and quality control proceduresUse automated equipment and instruments as well as microscopes, cell counters, and other sophisticated laboratory equipment.While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to infectious and hazardous chemicals as outlined in the department’s Chemical Hygiene Plan.Thank you for your interest in Albany Med Health System!Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Med Health System, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Health System policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.Albany Medical Center is the centerpiece of medicine, research, and medical education in New York’s Capital Region and is the area's largest private employer with more than 10,000 employees. Albany Medical Center offers excellent career opportunities in a wide range of roles in both patient care and administration. We value all our staff members and offer including: · Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers· A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing Anchored in the state’s historic capital city, Albany Medical Center offers a full range of inpatient and outpatient care and is home to the region’s largest hospital, only Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma centers, and only children’s hospital. The downtown campus also offers opportunities at Albany Medical College. , along with , , , and the , form the Albany Med Health System, serving more than three million people over 25 counties.