Clinical Laboratory Technologist [RP-N]
Job Type: Regular
Company: Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center
Department: Microbiology
Time Type: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40
FTE: 1
Shift: First Shift (United States of America)
Summary
About the Role: At Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, every laboratory result plays an important role in helping physicians diagnose disease, guide treatment decisions, and deliver exceptional patient care.
We're seeking a Clinical Laboratory Technologist who is passionate about science, quality, and teamwork. In this role, you'll perform a variety of laboratory tests that directly support patient diagnosis and treatment while also providing technical guidance and training to laboratory staff and students.
This position is ideal for a laboratory professional who enjoys combining hands-on testing with mentorship, collaboration, and a commitment to delivering accurate and timely results.
The starting annual base salary for this position is $62,694 and this can include a full comprehensive benefits package. You will also receive an additional geographic differential of $4.60/hr and an additional assignment differential of $4.00/hr.
What You'll Do
- Perform laboratory testing using both automated and manual methodologies across assigned specialty areas
- Analyze and interpret laboratory data to support patient diagnosis and treatment
- Conduct quality control testing to ensure accurate and reliable results
- Collect, process, and handle specimens according to established procedures and quality standards
- Review the work of laboratory staff and provide technical oversight to help maintain testing accuracy
- Utilize laboratory information systems to document, track, and report patient results
- Assist with training and mentoring laboratory employees and students
- Support the development and improvement of laboratory procedures and workflows
- Help coordinate daily laboratory activities and staffing assignments
- Maintain laboratory equipment, supplies, and inventory to ensure uninterrupted operations
- Promote a safe, organized, and compliant laboratory environment
- Collaborate with colleagues to provide high-quality laboratory services that support exceptional patient care
What You'll Bring
- Have experience performing clinical laboratory testing in a healthcare setting
- Possess strong knowledge of laboratory procedures, quality control practices, and testing methodologies
- Enjoy analyzing data and solving scientific or technical challenges
- Have experience working with laboratory information systems and computerized testing platforms
- Take pride in producing accurate, high-quality work
- Are comfortable training, mentoring, and supporting others
- Have excellent attention to detail and strong organizational skills
- Communicate effectively and work well within a team environment
- Thrive in a fast-paced setting where your work has a direct impact on patient care
Who Will Be Successful in This Role
The most successful candidates are detail-oriented, collaborative, and committed to excellence. They understand the importance of accurate laboratory testing and recognize that every result contributes to important clinical decisions.
You will excel in this role if you:
- Enjoy working with both technology and scientific processes
- Are passionate about quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement
- Like helping others learn and grow through training and mentorship
- Can effectively manage multiple priorities while maintaining attention to detail
- Value teamwork and collaboration in a patient-focused environment
- Are motivated by the opportunity to make a meaningful difference behind the scenes in healthcare
Why You'll Love Working Here
At Roswell Park, you'll join a nationally recognized cancer center dedicated to advancing patient care, research, education, and innovation.
When you join our team, you'll find:
- Meaningful work that directly supports patients and their treatment journey
- Opportunities to work with advanced laboratory technology and highly skilled professionals
- A collaborative and supportive environment that values learning and professional growth
- The chance to mentor others and contribute to the development of future laboratory professionals
- Ongoing educational and career development opportunities
- A mission-driven culture focused on improving lives and advancing cancer care
Qualifications
Required Education and Experience
License Requirement
- 1. Possession of a full license to practice as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist in the State of New York; or
- 2. Eligibility for full licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist in the State of New York.
Education and Experience
Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Technolog