Processing Tech

NewYork-Presbyterian; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center is seeking a Processing Technician for the Central Processing Unit. This full-time, day-shift role supports lab technologists by registering patients, handling requisitions, and performing accessioning to ensure accurate sample flow.

Duties include venipuncture, centrifugation, aliquoting, labeling, and distribution of specimens to testing sections.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• 2 years of experience in specimen processing required.
• Prior data entry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Register patients, process requisition forms and perform accessioning functions.
• Collect patient specimens through venipuncture and other methods.
• Conduct centrifugation and separate samples into aliquots.
• Label specimens and distribute them to appropriate laboratory sections for testing.

Skills

Specimen processing

Data entry

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

## Processing TechApply: NYP/Columbia University Irving Medical Center: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: October 7, 2026 (13 days left to apply): 00887959## LocationNew York, New York## ## Shift:Day (United States of America)## ## Description:**Top-Notch Diagnosis and Treatment:****Processing Technicians Make It Possible****Processing Technician - Central Processing Unit - Days**Step into NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center, where clinical laboratory professionals are redefining the limits of science and medicine. With patients from across the globe, we study some of the most complex and rarely seen medical conditions. And through our work, we guide the effective diagnosis and treatment of the many people we serve. Now, you can help Make It Possible.Bring your talents to our tight-knit team, and provide the support our laboratory technologists need to complete tests that drive high-quality care and caring. Register patients, process requisition forms and perform accessioning functions. Collect patient specimens through venipuncture and other methods. Conduct centrifugation. Separate samples into aliquots. Label specimens, and distribute them to appropriate laboratory sections for testing.This position is from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, including alternate weekends and rotating holidays.**Required Criteria*** High School Diploma or GED* 2 years experience in specimen processing* Prior data entry experienceJoin a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_* 2026 Best Companies in Healthcare, Biotech & Pharma – Glassdoor* 2026 Best Place to Work – Glassdoor* 2026 America’s Best Large Employers – Forbes* 2026 America’s Best-In-State Employers – Forbes* 2026 America’s Dream Employers – Forbes* 2026 America’s Greatest Workplaces for Culture, Belonging & Community – Newsweek* 2026 Best Places to Work in IT - Computerworld* 2025 Great Place to Work Certified* 2025 Best Employers for Women – Forbes* 2025 Companies that Care – People* 2025 America’s Greatest Workplaces for Mental Well-Being - Newsweek*NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.***Salary Range:**$31.98-$39.20/Hourly *It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.*