Clinical Laboratory Technologist II

Cayuga Medical Center

22d•$34 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

Arnot Health is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Technologist II to perform laboratory testing and related activities at its Elmira, New York location. The role includes specimen processing, quality control, instrument calibration and maintenance, and reporting results while following established laboratory standards and procedures. The technologist uses laboratory information systems to track specimens, document and review results, and complete requested testing on time. They troubleshoot testing and equipment issues, take and document corrective actions, and escalate concerns when needed to support reliable results. The position also involves maintaining regulatory and accreditation readiness, providing customer service to patients and healthcare partners, and participating in continuing education, competency assessments, and training initiatives. This is an onsite, weekender full-time position in a typical clinical laboratory environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in clinical laboratory technology or medical technology from a program registered by the New York State Department of Education (NYSDOE), or determined by NYSDOE to be substantially equivalent; or a bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, or physical sciences (or substantial equivalent) plus an advanced certificate from an accredited clinical laboratory technology program, or a program determined by NYSDOE to be substantially equivalent, in accordance with Title 10, NYCRR section 58-1.5.
Must have a NYSDOE Clinical Laboratory Technology license or documentation that an application for the license has been submitted.
Must meet all federal and state regulatory requirements for a Clinical Laboratory Technologist.
Good organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Perform laboratory testing and specimen processing.
Conduct quality control, instrument calibration, and maintenance, and report results in accordance with laboratory standards and procedures.
Follow laboratory, safety, infection prevention, compliance, and quality assurance requirements to maintain accreditation and regulatory readiness.
Use laboratory information systems to track specimens, document results, review testing data, and complete requested testing in a timely manner.
Troubleshoot testing and equipment issues, perform corrective actions, document findings, and escalate concerns to leadership when necessary.
Provide customer service to patients, providers, and healthcare team members.
Participate in continuing education, competency assessments, training initiatives, and other departmental responsibilities.