Lab Information Tech II: Data Entry & Specimen Tracking

Albany Medical Center; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Albany Med Health System is seeking a Laboratory Information Technician (LIT) in the Pathology department for day shift in Albany, NY. The role focuses on receiving specimens, verifying identities, and accurately transcribing data into the LIS while maintaining patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities include coordinating with nursing staff and physicians, ensuring correct demographics, and assisting with supply management.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in science or computer background preferred.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic with measurements.
• Read and interpret safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Communicate effectively with staff and patients.

Responsibilities

• Receive specimens and verify identification.
• Enter information into the Laboratory Information System (LIS).
• Verify patient demographics against test orders.
• Assist in maintaining, ordering and restocking supplies.
• Package specimens for transport per IATA guidelines.
• Communicate with nursing staff, physicians and other hospital departments.

Skills

Basic keyboarding

Effective verbal communication

Effective writing

Confidentiality awareness

Education

Associate's Degree in science or computer field

Tools

Laboratory Information System (LIS)

IATA guidelines

Computer data entry

Job description

Albany Med Health System is seeking a Laboratory Information Technician (LIT) in the Pathology department for day shift in Albany, NY. The role focuses on receiving specimens, verifying identities, and accurately transcribing data into the LIS while maintaining patient confidentiality.

Responsibilities include coordinating with nursing staff and physicians, ensuring correct demographics, and assisting with supply management.