Laboratory Assistant III - Full Time

Cayuga Health System • Ithaca, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

A laboratory assistant is a highly skilled health professional who processes samples for testing, maintains inventory, resolves problem specimens, assists with equipment maintenance, preparation of testing supplies, and other similar duties. Cayuga Health and its affiliates are the region's leading healthcare system and most trusted providers of integrated health services, empowering our people in our mission to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. Our commitment to providing extraordinary healthcare begins with our team of extraordinary professionals who are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhancing access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. Cayuga Health's commitment to our employees includes competitive compensation, comprehensive employee benefits programs, and the opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through our many professional development programs.

Requirements

• Requires Associates Degree in a scientific field or equivalent credits from an accredited college.
• No licensure required

Nice To Haves

• Prior laboratory experience is preferred, but not required.
• Good written and oral communication skills preferred.
• Requires ability to prioritize work, manage time wisely and adjust to changes in work volumes.
• Problem solving ability and attention to detail is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Process samples for testing, including samples for referral lab.
• Maintain and troubleshoot complex equipment.
• Utilize complex information systems; collect and interpret data.
• Maintain a compliant environment, including adherence to all lab and hospital procedures, NYS, TJC, HIPAA standards, infection control and safety guidelines.
• Participate in quality assurance and performance improvement activities and maintain inter- and intra-departmental work flow by cooperating with others.
• Maintain adequate inventory and conserve resources.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by participating in educational opportunities.
• Is flexible in assuming additional responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• competitive compensation
• comprehensive employee benefits programs
• opportunity to explore and build a career in healthcare through our many professional development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree