Laboratory Technical Specialist

United Health Services; City of Binghamton (NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan 403(b)

Wellness rewards

EAP counseling

PTO donation program

Professional attire program

Job summary

United Health Services in New York seeks a Laboratory Technical Specialist to oversee daily technical operations at Wilson Medical Center and Binghamton General Hospital. The role emphasizes STAT testing, quality control, and adherence to NYSDOH, CAP, CDC, and infection-control policies.

The specialist serves as the technical expert under the Core Laboratory Manager, supporting scheduling, budgeting, and staff development across locations in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology or equivalent (Grandfathered NYS Licensed CLT).
• Six (6) years of clinical laboratory experience, three (3) years in a specialty area.
• NYS Licensed Clinical Laboratory Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Provides input for daily schedules and assigns duties to section personnel.
• Ensures laboratory tests are performed per protocols and reported timely.
• Maintains quality control and takes corrective action as needed.
• Supports policy compliance and budgets within the Laboratory Management framework.
• Participates in educational programs for CLT/CCLT students.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology

NYS Licensed Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Job description

Position Overview

United Health Service (UHS) is seeking a Laboratory Technical Specialist. The Laboratory Technical Specialist has direct responsibilities for the technical operations of their section at both Wilson Medical Center and Binghamton General Hospital. Oversees and coordinates the daily technical activities of his/her respective section, and when necessary, functions as a technologist. The Technical Specialist is the technical expert of the section and works under the direction of the Core Laboratory Manager, the Administrative Director, and the Medical Director. All duties are performed in a timely manner according to UHS's Laboratory and Departmental Policies and Procedures, New York State Department of Health Regulations, CAP, and CDC Blood and Body Fluids Procedures, and Infection Control Policies. Priority is given to STAT testing and to tests that require immediate processing.

Work Locations

UHS Wilson Medical Center, Johnson City, NY
UHS Binghamton General Hospital, Binghamton, NY

There is more than one location associated with this position. This is either because there are multiple openings at different sites, or the successful candidate will be required to float across multiple UHS facilities. Your recruiter and hiring manager will clarify expectations during the interview process.

Primary Work Shift

Rotational

Regular Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Compensation Range

$37.00 - $55.50 per hour, depending on experience

Job Responsibilities

• Provides input for daily schedules and assignment of duties to section personnel. Ensures that laboratory tests are performed according to department protocols and are reported in a timely manner.


• Ensures that systems are in place to provide test results that are valid and accurate and maintains adequate quality control measures. Performs daily patient result and quality control reviews and takes appropriate corrective action.


• Supports and models compliance with departmental policies, procedures, and standards in compliance with licensure requirements and UHS and Laboratory Policy.


• Provides input for annual goals and objectives that are reflective and supportive of the laboratory and hospital goals and objectives.


• Provides input for annual supply, personnel and capital budgets in conjunction with the Laboratory Management. Upon final approval, supports the operation of their section within budget limits.


• Assures performance and documentation of quality control, quality improvement and instrument maintenance activities. Prepares recommendations for improvements in the section's procedures and performance.


• Develops, prepares and maintains policies and procedures which apply to his/her respective department in conjunction with Laboratory Management.


• Provides input for performance appraisals on all employees in the section, based on UHS and department developed performance standards. May participate in the evaluation and recommendations of candidates for employment.


• Participates in the clinical and didactic educational programs for CLT and CCLT students.

Position Qualification

Minimum Required

• Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology or equivalent (Grandfathered NYS Licensed CLT)


• Six (6) years of clinical laboratory experience, three (3) years of experience in specialty area


• NYS Licensed Clinical Laboratory Technologist

Preferred

• Specialty certification in specialty area


• ASCP Specialty Certification

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week


• 403(b) retirement plan with company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards


• 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet

United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.