Laboratory Coordinator I - Microbiology & Diagnostics

Mount Sinai

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 37,000 - 39,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

The Mount Sinai Health System in New York is seeking a Laboratory Coordinator I within the Waldman Department of Dermatology at Icahn School of Medicine. This role supports basic diagnostic lab procedures and ensures accuracy in specimen handling under certified laboratory conditions.

Responsibilities include performing routine microbial tests on clinical specimens, preparing specimens, operating analyzers, and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of testing procedures and quality control.

Qualifications

Associate degree or combination of equivalent lab experience and education.
No experience required but some lab exposure preferred.

Responsibilities

Performs basic and routine diagnostic procedures for the isolation and identification of microbial pathogens from clinical specimens.
Prepare specimens and operates automated analyzers. May perform manual tests in accordance with detailed instructions.
Maintains in-depth knowledge of techniques, principles and instrumentation, as well the physiological conditions affecting test results.
Maintains familiarity with the various testing procedures done in the laboratory.
Conducts or assists in special projects, evaluates new products and instrumentation and performs quality control procedures.
Performs other related duties.