Clin Lab Technologist II - Chemistry

100 Albany Med Health System; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health care coverage with no copay

Support programs for emotional and mental wellbeing

Job summary

100 Albany Med Health System seeks a Lab Technologist to perform crucial diagnostic tests that aid in the detection and monitoring of diseases. The role involves compiling and documenting reports on laboratory specimens, all while ensuring the highest quality standards.

A successful candidate will possess clinical laboratory experience and training, with strong communication skills to engage with staff and patients effectively. Benefits include excellent healthcare coverage and support programs for overall wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Requires education and training in laboratory disciplines.
• Experience in relevant specialties or subspecialties is necessary.
• Must be able to perform quality control procedures.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and compile reports on laboratory specimens.
• Document test results accurately and legibly.
• Use effective communication to cooperate with customers and employees.

Skills

Clinical laboratory experience

Effective written and verbal communication

Independent judgment

Education

Relevant training or certification in laboratory specialties

Tools

Automated laboratory equipment

Microscopes

Cell counters

Job description

Responsibilities

Lab Technologist performs tests that aid clinicians in detection and diagnosis of disease and/or monitor the progress of defined illnesses or treatments initiated by a physician.

• Perform testing and compile reports on laboratory specimens.
• Document test results accurately and legibly.
• Use effective written and verbal communication to cooperate with customers and employees.
• Perform maintenance and quality control procedures.
• Use automated equipment and instruments, microscopes, cell counters, and other sophisticated laboratory equipment.
• Exercise independent judgement and responsibility with minimal supervision, within specialties or subspecialties for which the technologist is qualified.
• Be directed by the Laboratory Supervisor/Assistant Supervisor.

May be exposed to infectious and hazardous chemicals as outlined in the department’s Chemical Hygiene Plan.

Qualifications

Requires clinical laboratory experience, education, training, and experience in relevant specialties or subspecialties.

Information Security & HIPAA

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. Employees are expected to ensure that access to information is based on a “need to know” and that disclosure does not exceed the minimum necessary.

Benefits

• 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.

EEO Statement

Albany Med Health System is an equal opportunity employer.