Medical Technician

Kaleida Health; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaleida Health is seeking a Medical Technician for the KL Microbiology Lab in Williamsville, NY. The role requires receiving, ordering, and preparing samples, and performing tests under supervision to ensure accurate patient results.

Eligible candidates typically hold an AAS in Medical Technology or NYSDOE license requirements, with about one year of lab experience preferred. Onsite work and shift rotations are part of the role.

Qualifications

• Associate of Applied Science Medical Technology or NYSDOE license requirements.
• 1 year of experience in Clinical Laboratory preferred.
• Weight requirement; ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Receive, order and prepare laboratory samples for analysis.
• Perform laboratory tests/procedures on patient specimens.
• Work under direct supervision of a Clinical Lab Scientist, Supervisor/Manager or Pathologist.

Skills

Lab techniques

Clinical experience

Education

Associate of Applied Science Medical Technology

Job description

Medical TechnicianDepartment: KL Microbiology LabLocation: Rehab & PathologyLocation of Job: US:NY:WilliamsvilleWork Type: Full-TimeScheduled Work Hours: 2p-10p, 3p-11p, 4p-12aShift 2 Job DescriptionTo receive, order and prepare laboratory samples for analysis as well as perform laboratory tests/procedures on patient specimens in a prompt, accurate, and reliable manner under the direct supervision of a Clinical Lab Scientist, Laboratory Supervisor/Manager or Pathologist. Education And CredentialsAAS

• Associate of Applied Science Medical Technology or as outlined in NYSDOE license requirements required. Lab Technician or Lab Technologist within 9 months required, or Lab Technician limited permit required. NYS DOE Clinical laboratory technician/technologist full license upon hire OR clinical laboratory technologist, limited permit required not necessarily prior to hire, however prior to starting. If working with laboratory technician limited permit, must obtain full licensure within 9 months of hire. If a hired employee meets the NYS DOE qualifications for a limited or full license, however, the official limited or full license will be delayed at NYS DOE due to processing time, KHL will allow the employee to start training with a non-licensed LIS security that does not allow the reporting of results. No patient specimens will be able to be tested or reported by the trainee until a limited or full Medical Technician NYS license (or Clinical Laboratory Technologist) is granted and verified by the NYS DOE.
• Experience1 year of experience in Clinical Laboratory preferred.
• Weight Requirement
• Medium (up to 50 lbs)
• Job DetailsStandard Hours Bi-Weekly: 75.00
• FTE: 1.000000
• Weekend/Holiday Requirement: Yes
• On Call Required: No
• With Rotation: Work Arrangement: Onsite
• Union Code: U16
• CWA 1168 Flint Road Lab TCC
• Requisition ID#: 17918
• Grade: T13
• Pay Frequency: Bi-Weekly
• Salary Range: $32.46 -$41.10
• Wage will be determined based on factors such as candidate's experience, qualifications, internal equity, and any applicable collective bargaining agreement.
• Kaleida Healths mission is to advance the health of our community, and we believe our diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) strategic work is mission- critical for the good of our workforce and the community who need and depend on our care and services. We understand that racism and health inequities stand firmly in the way of advancing the health of our community, and Kaleida Health envisions DEI as the pursuit of equity and restorative justice for every person. We will exemplify courage and accountability through both the professing and practice of our core values for our friends, colleagues, and community. Kaleida Health is committed to creating a culture of equity and inclusion where diversity is valued and celebrated!