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Northwell·Plainview, New York
Lab Technologist - PD · $53 - $53/hr
Computed from live listings
Shaded band: the middle 50% of 2,372 posted allied health roles in New York rates. This role sits in the 75th percentile.
Pay for this role is about 33% above the New York median for allied health roles.
The Lab Technologist performs clinical laboratory procedures, examinations, and tests according to established protocols. They are also responsible for maintaining laboratory equipment, ensuring quality control, and troubleshooting technical issues.
Performs clinical laboratory procedures, examinations and other tests pursuant to established protocols including maintaining equipment and records, and performing quality assurance activities related to examination performance requiring the exercise of independent judgment and responsibility.
Job Responsibility
Sets-up and performs a variety of routine and/or complex laboratory tests and procedures relevant to the particular lab area and personal qualifications. Prepares and tests specimens for examination and reports results.
Follows established in-process quality control procedures including recording data.
Performs routine and/or preventive maintenance on laboratory equipment.
Troubleshoots basic instrumentation, culture media, chemicals, reagents, stains, solutions, technical problems and methodologies.
Maintains sufficient supplies at work station.
Ensures and maintains quality control and assurance activities.
Uses Infection Control practices and procedures.
Performs related duties, as required.
*ADA Essential Functions
Job Qualification
Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology, Basic Science or related field, required.
Licensed by New York State Education Department as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist (or as appropriate to area of assignment), required.
Minimum of one (1) year work experience and/or training specific to the work being done in the area noted above, required.
Generalist experience preferred *Additional Salary Detail The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or a related field and possess a valid New York State Clinical Laboratory Technologist license. A minimum of one year of relevant work experience is required.
Market context
In New York, allied health employers commonly look for radiologic technologists with ARRT certification and a New York State license or temporary permit, and experience is often preferred. These roles can be competitive because facilities want candidates who can start safely and work efficiently in fast-paced imaging settings. On this platform, job requirements and benefits are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time; before applying, confirm your certification timeline and license status match the posting.