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SalaryCompany Overview:
Cayuga Health is the region's leading healthcare system, and most trusted driver of integrated health services, together with valued partners. We empower our people and employ our capabilities to equitably improve the well-being of the communities we serve. At Cayuga Health System, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. We have a commitment to its employees by providing competitive rates and compensation, a comprehensive employee benefits programs, attractive working conditions, and the chance to build and explore a career opportunity by offering professional development.
Nestled in the beautiful Finger Lakes region, Cayuga Health provides an outstanding place to work in a vibrant community. Come discover all that Ithaca, New York and Cayuga Health has to offer!
Position Overview:
Reports to supervisor
What you'll do:
A Medical Lab Technician is a highly skilled health professional who tests and analyzes blood and other body substances to aid health care providers in the diagnosis and treatment of patients. Medical technicians are responsible for operating and maintaining the equipment used to analyze specimens and ensuring that automated and manual tests are completed in an accurate and timely manner.
Job Responsibilities:
- Analyze and test specimens, including proficiency testing and manual procedures, and report appropriately according to protocol*
- Operate, maintain and troubleshoot moderately complex equipment*
- Utilize moderately complex information systems; collect and interpret data*
- Perform and interpret quality control*
- 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
Preferred Qualifications:
- Education: Minimum of Associates' degree and Registered as a Medical Technician by American Society of Clinical Pathology (ASCP) or equivalent.
- Licensure: Meets NYS Department of Health requirements and is currently licensed as a Clinical Lab Technician
- Experience: Prior laboratory experience is preferred.
- Additional Qualifications: 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.
- Physical Demands: May require light lifting and carrying, including boxes, equipment, stooping and kneeling, maybe required to lift up to 30 pounds. Repetitive use of hands (eg. computer keyboard usage), sitting, walking or standing for long periods of time is often necessary; must be able physically to operate automation used in the job.
Travel Requirements:
- Onsite
At this time Cayuga Health System will not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization for this position.
If you are interested in applying for this position and you require an accommodation, please contact Cayuga Health System at hr@cayugamed.org
Cayuga Health System Commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
Cayuga Health System commits to treating all people with dignity so that everyone who comes to us is safe, cared for, and respected. We will support the growth of our employees and the health of our community by embracing the rich diversity of social and cultural identities, needs, and life circumstances of all people. We strive to recognize and overcome personal biases and systemic policies that marginalize others and contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care, and good health outcomes.
Cayuga Health is dedicated to our vision for diversity, equity, and inclusion. As we strive towards our vision, we welcome the opportunity to work alongside a diverse range of employees.
