Laboratory Info-Technologist PD (Blood Bank), per diem

Albany Medical Center • Albany, NY

3d • Onsite

About The Position

An Information Technologist (IT) utilizes knowledge and clinical laboratory experience to manage laboratory data and information. The IT assists all laboratory areas in the delivery of quality laboratory products and services with primary focus on the preanalytical and post analytical phases of laboratory services while functioning as the primary advocate for the customer. This position requires general knowledge of testing performed in all laboratory areas and the exercise of independent judgement and responsibility with minimal supervision by the director or manager. Other critical aspects include excellent communication and customer service skills and the ability to quickly resolve customer issues or problems.

Requirements

• BS from an accredited college or university.
• Maintain an acceptable driving record.
• Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily as outlined in the attached annual competency assessment.

Nice To Haves

• Degree in science, computer science or business preferred.

Responsibilities

• Use effective written and verbal communication skills to work cooperatively with customers and employees.
• Support laboratory-marketing activities through excellent customer service and regular communication with clients and potential clients.
• Utilize the LIS and HIS computer systems to perform inquiries, order tests, enter results and comments, generate billing, issue credits and generate worksheets
• Direct routine and special courier runs (specimen pickup); deal with client special requests, and identify and resolve client/laboratory delivery problems.

Benefits

• Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers
• A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level