Clinical Lab Technician - Canton-Potsdam Hospital (Full-Time, Variable Shifts)

Rochester General Hospital; United States; Sur place; USD 39 000 - 56 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Rochester Regional Health's Canton-Potsdam Hospital seeks a Clinical Lab Technician to join our Laboratory Services team in Potsdam, NY. Under the supervision of a Medical Technologist, you will perform a wide range of laboratory procedures across all specialties and ensure proper documentation and compliance with ASCP standards.

The role requires an Associate's degree as an MLT, registration as a Certified Clinical Laboratory Technician, phlebotomy skills, and meticulous attention to specimen

Qualifications

• Performs a wide variety of laboratory procedures.
• Adheres to ASCP standards and accreditation requirements.
• Maintains accurate documentation for testing and results.

Responsabilités

• Collects blood via venipuncture or capillary puncture; neonate to adult samples.
• Ensures proper labeling and submission of testing documentation; obtains missing information.
• Prepares specimens for analysis and maintains specimen integrity.
• Performs standardized culture and testing procedures on specimens.
• Conducts quality control on instrumentation and reagents and documents results.
• Provides service excellence in interactions with patients and partners.

Connaissances

Phlebotomy

Laboratory procedures

Quality control

Formation

Associate's degree in MLT (ASCP approved)

Registered as a Certified Clinical Laboratory Technician

Description du poste

Job Title: Clinical Lab Technician

Department: Laboratory Services

Location: Canton-Potsdam Hospital | 50 Leroy St. Potsdam, NY 13676

Hours Per Week: 37.5

Schedule: 8-hour variable shifts, on-call and weekend rotation required

SUMMARY

Under the supervision of a Medical Technologist, the Clinical Lab Technician performs a wide variety of laboratory procedures in all specialty areas within the lab in accordance with the defined scope of practice, federal and state laws and regulations, accreditation requirements and certification standards, ensures all required information and documentation are accurately, timely and correctly submitted, and adheres to the professional standards of the American Society of Clinical Pathology.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Applying knowledge of human anatomy, aseptic and sterile techniques and phlebotomy equipment, performs blood collection procedures by venipuncture and capillary puncture techniques, selecting the phlebotomy site taking into consideration the condition of the patient and site, age group and the type of test requested by the health care provider. Perform finger or heel sticks for micro-samples of capillary blood on neonates to adults as required.
• Ensures that all specimens are properly, accurately and completely labeled, and that the proper documentation initiating testing is submitted with all required documentation. Contacts the appropriate patient care unit, physician office or outpatient clinic when specimens are incorrectly identified or submitted, obtaining additional needed information and/or patient information in order to ensure proper testing and interpretive data is received.
• Evaluates requested procedures to determine the suitability of specimen for analysis, requesting new specimen if determined to be unusable. Prepares specimens for analysis, ensuring that the physiologic state of the properties is maintained.
• Follows uniform and standardized procedures for accomplishing cultures and testing on submitted tissue, body fluids and specimens including the steps, sequence of steps, strength of solutions, etc.
• Conducts quality control procedures on instrumentation, equipment, reagents, stains and products and maintains proper records for quality control reports. Recognizes and immediately acts through appropriate means and channels regarding unusual instrumentation or reagent quality control results.
• At all times, provides service excellence and service recovery in the delivery of services to patients and in interaction with internal and external partners.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate's degree as an MLT in a two-year accredited program approved by ASCP
• Registered as a Certified Clinical Laboratory Technician

UNION

1199-721 SEIU (CPH) LPN & Technical Note: Not all per diem roles are union eligible

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Moderate - These roles require a combination of movement and stationary work, including frequent standing, walking, and moderate lifting (up to 50 lbs.). Tasks may involve repetitive reaching, bending, pushing, or pulling, along with maintaining awareness in high-traffic or operational areas. Visual focus and spatial awareness are critical in facilities, logistics, or support settings. Emotional demands include managing interruptions, prioritizing tasks, and maintaining compliance with safety standards. Environmental exposures may include equipment noise, shared workspaces, and occasional proximity to hazardous areas. Physical capability screening may be required.

PAY RANGE

$28.30 - $40.61
The posted pay range is a good faith representation of potential base pay for this position. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates could vary based on position details and FTE. Pay is determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, locations, and contracts.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.