Laboratory Assistant III - Full Time

Lab Assistant III - Full Time

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. 

Laboratory Assistant III

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.

Roles and 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.

Required Skills and Experience:

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

Preferred Skills and Experience:

• 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.

Physical Requirements:

• May require light lifting and carrying, including boxes, equipment, stooping and kneeling, may be 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.

Location and Travel Requirements:  

• Onsite

Compensation Disclosure:

$[21.79] to $[28.04] per [hour]

Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to treating all patients, providers, staff and volunteers equitably and with dignity, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care and respect, and striving to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access, equitable care and positive health outcomes for all.

We are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, supporting the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing the rich diversity, needs and circumstances of all peoples and prioritizing opportunities to build a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable protected characteristics.

If you require reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, pre-employment testing, a job interview or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact the Cayuga Health Talent Acquisition team at talentacquisition@cayugahealth.org.

Salary : $22 - $28