Clinical Laboratory Technician

Labcorp•Syracuse, NY

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Labcorp is seeking a Laboratory Technician to join its team at Crouse Hospital in Syracuse, New York. The role performs routine and complex laboratory testing and related technical procedures to support accurate, timely results and quality patient care. The technician evaluates specimen acceptability, operates and troubleshoots instruments, prepares and evaluates reagents or controls, completes quality control and preventative maintenance, and helps maintain supplies and a safe work environment. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., with rotating weekends. The position is eligible for a 15% shift differential and a $10,000 sign-on bonus for external candidates. Pay is $26.00–$39.00 per hour, plus applicable shift differential. Labcorp describes opportunities for career growth, continuous learning, and professional challenges. Employees regularly scheduled for 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, short- and long-term disability coverage, 401(k), paid time off or flexible time off, tuition reimbursement, and an employee stock purchase plan. Eligibility varies for certain employee schedules and categories.

Requirements

Associate’s degree in a chemical or biological science, clinical laboratory science, or medical technology; qualifying non-traditional degrees with applicable science credits meeting CLIA standards may also satisfy the education requirement.
At least 3 months of clinical laboratory testing experience or an MLT degree.
New York State Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) license.
Understanding of laboratory operations, policies, and procedures.
Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
Computer proficiency and familiarity with laboratory information systems.
Strong attention to detail, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to handle the physical requirements of the position.
Ability to pass a standardized color blindness test.
Flexibility to work overtime or other shifts depending on business needs.

Nice To Haves

ASCP or AMT certification.
Experience working in a high-volume laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

Determine whether specimens are acceptable for testing according to established criteria.
Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures.
Monitor, operate, and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality.
Make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving.
Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls.
Report accurate and timely test results to support quality patient care.
Perform and document preventative maintenance and quality control procedures.
Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary.
Assist with specimen processing when needed.
Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.