Clinical Laboratory Assistant I/II

Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center

9d•$59,049

About The Position

Behind every laboratory result is a team dedicated to accuracy, efficiency, and patient care. As a Laboratory Support Coordinator, you will play an essential role in ensuring specimens, information, and testing requests move through the laboratory safely and seamlessly. This position is ideal for someone who is highly organized, detail-oriented, and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where accuracy matters. Your work will help support clinicians, researchers, and laboratory professionals as they deliver critical information that contributes to patient care, scientific discovery, and life-changing cancer research. If you take pride in keeping processes running smoothly, enjoy solving problems, and thrive in a collaborative setting, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. Clinical Laboratory Technician I: The starting annual salary for this position is $52,694 and this will include an additional geographic differential of $2.20/hr and an additional assignment differential of $4.00/hr. You will also have a full comprehensive benefits package. OR Clinical Laboratory Technician II: The starting annual salary for this position is $59,049 and this will include an additional geographic differential of $2.20/hr and an additional assignment differential of $4.00/hr. You will also have a full comprehensive benefits package.

Requirements

Dependable, detail-focused, and committed to excellence.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
Effective communication and customer service skills.
Confidence working with computer systems, databases, and laboratory information systems.
Ability to follow established procedures while maintaining a high level of quality.
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities.
A collaborative approach and willingness to support a team-focused environment.
The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced setting where priorities may shift throughout the day.
Associate's degree in Medical Technology or a related health care discipline.
License to practice as a Clinical Laboratory Technician or Clinical Laboratory Technologist in the State of New York; or Eligibility for licensure as a Clinical Laboratory Technician in the State of New York.

Nice To Haves

Experience in healthcare, laboratory operations, specimen processing, administrative support, or a related environment is helpful.
License to practice as a Certified Histological Technician in the State of New York may be accepted in lieu of the licensure requirement found in “1” above for positions assigned to the Histology Service; or Eligibility for licensure as a Certified Histological Technician in the State of New York may be accepted in lieu of the licensure eligibility requirement found in “2” above for those positions assigned to the Histology Service.

Responsibilities

Receive, process, and accurately document clinical and research specimens arriving in the laboratory.
Ensure laboratory samples are properly accessioned, prepared, and routed to the appropriate testing areas.
Support the timely distribution of laboratory reports through a variety of communication methods.
Respond to requests related to laboratory reports, specimen tracking, and testing information by phone, email, mail, and other communication channels.
Maintain accurate records and documentation to support laboratory operations and compliance requirements.
Assist with laboratory quality control, quality assurance, and routine equipment maintenance activities.
Monitor laboratory supply levels and help coordinate ordering and inventory management.
Collaborate with laboratory professionals and other departments to support efficient workflows and excellent service.
Help identify and resolve issues that could impact turnaround times, testing processes, or customer service.