Clinical Laboratory Technician-Level I

NYC Health + Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Technician to perform lab procedures under supervision, including specimen handling and routine analyses. The role supports patient care within the hospital's core medical services and teaching environment.

The position requires NYSED certification and completion of phlebotomy training, with adherence to safety and quality standards in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Valid certification as a clinical laboratory technician or a limited permit issued by NYSED.
• Successful completion of an appropriate training program for phlebotomy before performing such work.

Responsibilities

• Obtain, collect, and accession specimens with proper labeling.
• Prepare specimens and perform routine tests and analyses using standard controls.
• Prepare reagents and maintain laboratory instruments.
• Record results and report diagnostic tests with quality safeguards.

Skills

Specimen collection

Quality control

Manual and automated testing

Patient safety

Education

NYSED CLT certification

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Job description

Marketing Statement

Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center is one of New York City’s premier acute care hospitals. Located in Downtown Bronx, Lincoln is a teaching hospital renowned for its Centers of Excellence, and a recognized industry leader in the implementation of state-of-the art medical technology and best practices. Our team of highly trained and caring medical professionals is dedicated to providing the highest quality health care that is safe, compassionate, culturally competent and patient-centered. Comprehensive services are offered in three major primary care areas: Medicine, Pediatrics, and Women’s Health in addition to more than eighty (80) specialty services. At Lincoln, the safety and comfort of our patients is our number one priority.

At NYC Health + Hospitals, our mission is to deliver high quality care health services, without exception. Every employee takes a person-centered approach that exemplifies the ICARE values (Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence) through empathic communication and partnerships between all persons.

Duties & Responsibilities

Purpose of Position

Under direct supervision, performs clinical laboratory procedures that encompass the scope of practice of a clinical laboratory technician, in accordance with Article 165 of the New York State Education Law. All personnel perform related work as required. Under direct supervision of a clinical laboratory technologist, supervisor or director, as appropriate, with limited exercise of independent judgment, performs clinical laboratory procedures and examinations.

Examples Of Typical Tasks

• Obtains, collects, and accessions specimens and labels with name, date, and source. Stores and preserves specimens and disposes of completed specimens.
• Prepares specimens and performs or assists in the performance of routine tests and analyses, employing standard controls in accordance with stipulated procedures utilizing manual or automated techniques.
• Prepares reagents and media according to prescribed formula. Maintains upkeep of designated laboratory instruments before and after usage.
• Records results and submits reports of diagnostic tests, utilizing safeguards such as delta checks and quality control.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid certification as a clinical laboratory technician or a limited permit issued by the New York State Education Department (NYSED).

Specid Note

• Successful completion of an appropriate training program for phlebotomy (satisfactory to the laboratory director) must be completed prior to an individual performing such work.