Albany Medical Center·Albany, New York
The technologist performs diagnostic tests in serology and immunology to aid clinicians in disease detection and monitoring. Responsibilities include operating automated laboratory equipment, documenting results, and performing quality control procedures.
$59,066.00 - $88,599.00 Lab Techs will utilize knowledge and clinical laboratory experience to perform testing in an accurate and timely manner. The Clinical Laboratory Technologist performs tests that aid clinicians in the detection and diagnosis of disease and/or monitor the progress of defined illnesses or treatments initiated by a physician. This position requires the exercise of independent judgement and responsibility with minimal supervision by the director or supervisor in only those specialties or subspecialties for which the technologist is qualified by education, training and experience. The technologist is directed by the Laboratory Supervisor/Assistant Supervisor. Lab Techs will perform testing and compile reports results on laboratory specimens.
Thoroughly, accurately and legibly documents test results and quality control Uses effective written and verbal communication skills to cooperatively work with customers and employees Weekday, weeknight and holiday oncall required Performs maintenance and quality control procedures Use automated equipment and instruments as well as microscopes, cell counters, and other sophisticated laboratory equipment While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be exposed to infectious and hazardous chemicals as outlined in the department’s Chemical Hygiene Plan
Bachelor's Degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology - required Bachelor's Degree with the minimum number of - required credit hours in the sciences AND have received appropriate clinical education in an accredited Clinical Laboratory Technology program - required Certified Clinical Laboratory Technician or Technologist by the NYSED - required
Physical Demands Standing - Constantly Walking - Constantly Sitting - Rarely Lifting - Frequently Carrying - Frequently Pushing - Occasionally Pulling - Occasionally Climbing - Occasionally Balancing - Occasionally Stooping - Frequently Kneeling - Frequently Crouching - Frequently Crawling - Occasionally Reaching - Frequently Handling - Frequently Grasping - Frequently Feeling - Constantly Talking - Constantly Hearing - Constantly Repetitive Motions - Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination - Constantly
Working Conditions Extreme cold - Rarely Extreme heat - Rarely Humidity - Rarely Wet - Rarely Noise - Constantly Hazards - Frequently Temperature Change - Rarely Atmospheric Conditions - Rarely Vibration - Rarely
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Albany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer.
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Technology or a science degree with appropriate clinical education. Certification as a Clinical Laboratory Technician or Technologist by the NYSED is required.
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