Clinical Laboratory Technologist I - Full Time Days - Herkimer

Bassett Healthcare Network; Town of Herkimer (NY); On-site; USD 73,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Retirement benefits including an offer

Life insurance and disability

Job summary

Bassett Healthcare Network in Town of Herkimer, NY seeks a Clinical Laboratory Technologist to perform routine and complex lab tests, maintain equipment, and ensure accuracy of results. The role includes supervising staff when needed, adhering to NYSDOH regulations, and contributing to quality assurance. The position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth within a patient‑centered environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Licensed as Clinical Laboratory Technologist by NYSDOH required or eligible with limited permit.
• ASCP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and verify laboratory tests and/or prepare products for transfusion per procedures.
• Conduct quality control (QC) and proficiency testing (PT) as assigned.
• Maintain laboratory equipment, reagents, supplies, and documentation.
• Follow all institution and department policies and procedures.
• Direct, review, and verify work of other staff as assigned.

Skills

Accountability

Computer Skills

Communication

Critical Thinking

Interacting with People

Multi-tasking

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The best thing about this role

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

Job Description

Are you looking to make a difference by improving the health of our patients? Here you will find an innovative culture that is patient-focused and dedicated to making a difference. We are committed to helping the population we serve, and our communities, achieve optimum health and enjoy the best quality of life possible.

What You'll Do

Clinical Laboratory Technologist (Medical Technologist) performs clinical laboratory procedures, examinations and any other tests or procedures conducted by a clinical laboratory, as defined by Title Five of Article Five of the New York State public health law. A Clinical Laboratory Technologist provides prompt and accurate laboratory test results and/or prepares products for transfusion in support of patient care, including maintaining equipment and records, and performing quality assurance activities related to examination performance, which require the exercise of independent judgment and responsibility, as determined by the department. Correlates knowledge and understanding of theory to independently solve problems and answer questions. May be assigned responsibility to direct, review, and /or verify work of other clinical laboratory personnel and or/students.

• Performs and verifies (reports) laboratory tests and/or prepares products for transfusion on acceptable specimens to obtain accurate data in accordance with established procedures and protocols and in a timely manner
• Performs quality control (QC) processes and proficiency testing (PT) as assigned
• Maintains laboratory equipment, instruments, reagents and/or supplies and documentation required in performance of job responsibilities.
• Follows all institution and department policies and procedures.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work environment.
• Direct, review, and /or verify work of other clinical laboratory personnel, students, and/or nursing staff as assigned.
• Any Clinical Laboratory Technologist meeting NYSDOH qualifications of supervisor (part 58 of 10 NYCR, section 1.4) may be required to perform supervisory functions in the absence of the regular supervisor.
• Performs other duties within their scope of practice as assigned.

What we need from you

• Bachelor's degree, required
• Qualified as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist in accordance with New York State Department of Health Regulations, required

Experience

• Minimum 1 year experience in standard laboratory methodologies, required

License/ Certification

• Licensure by NYSED as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist required, or licensure-eligible with a limited permit or limited license as a Clinical Laboratory Technician with full licensure received before expiration of limited/provisional permit, required
  • Limited and/or Provisional Permit is granted to individuals that meet the educational requirements for licensure except for the licensing examination which must be taken within two years from the issuance of a limited permit
• American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or other nationally recognized certification, preferred

Skills

• Accountability
• Computer Skills
• Communication
• Critical Thinking
• Interacting with People
• Multi-tasking
• Time Management

Physical Requirements

• Sedentary Work - Exerting up to 10 lbs of force occasionally, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking or standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met
• Occasional crouching, kneeling, lifting, pulling, pushing, reaching, standing, stooping, walking
• Frequent typing/clerical/dexterity, grasping, hearing, repetitive motion, talking, visual acuity, seeing/monitor/computer use

Hazards

• Frequent chemical, bodily fluids/bloodborne exposure, chemical

Travel

• Occasional Travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis

Total Rewards

Benefits

Bassett Healthcare Network’s commitment to our employees includes benefit programs carefully designed with the needs and values of all our employees in mind. Many of the benefits we offer are paid fully or in large part by Bassett. Our generous benefits offerings include:

• Paid time off, including company holidays, vacation, and sick time
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and disability protection
• Retirement benefits including an employer match
• And more!

Specific benefit offerings may vary by location and/or position.

Pay Range

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards. The above compensation range represents a good faith belief of the compensation range by Bassett Healthcare Network, and its entities and affiliates, at the time of this posting or advertisement.

Pay Range Minimum

USD $35.33/Hr.

Pay Range Maximum

USD $52.99/Hr.

We love the difference people bring

We provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.