Lab Information Tech I: Data & Specimen Coordinator

100 Albany Med Health System; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care coverage with no copay

Wellbeing programs and services

Job summary

Albany Medical Center is seeking a Laboratory Information Technician for the Transplant Immunology unit. The role processes specimens, verifies request details, and enters data into the Laboratory Information System while maintaining patient confidentiality.

The position offers day shifts within Albany Med Health System and requires an associate degree with science or computer background; strong attention to accuracy and communication with hospital staff is essential.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a science or computer background preferred.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic in all units of measure.
• Read and interpret safety rules and manuals.
• Communicate effectively with customers and colleagues.
• Respect patient confidentiality and HIPAA rules.

Responsibilities

• Utilize computer systems to inquire, order tests, transcribe results, and generate reports.
• Communicate with nursing staff, physicians and other departments.
• Demonstrate basic keyboarding skills for a computerized lab.
• Verify patient demographics match test orders.
• Package specimens for transport following guidelines.

Skills

Basic math

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Keyboarding

HIPAA/privacy awareness

Education

Associate's Degree in science or computer background

Job description

Albany Medical Center is seeking a Laboratory Information Technician for the Transplant Immunology unit. The role processes specimens, verifies request details, and enters data into the Laboratory Information System while maintaining patient confidentiality.

The position offers day shifts within Albany Med Health System and requires an associate degree with science or computer background; strong attention to accuracy and communication with hospital staff is essential.