What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Lab Scientist position at Lighthouse Lab Services?
Now Hiring: Medical Laboratory Scientist (2nd Shift), Mon-Friday Noon-9pm
Location: Poughkeepsie, New York
Shift: Second Shift
What We are Offering: $38-$45/hr DOE
Are you a passionate Medical Laboratory Scientist who thrives in a fast-paced, patient-focused environment? Join a dynamic laboratory team in Poughkeepsie, NY, where your expertise will directly impact patient care and clinical decision-making. This is an exciting opportunity to work with advanced laboratory technology, collaborate with skilled healthcare professionals, and play a critical role in delivering timely, accurate diagnostic results that make a difference every day.
Position Overview
As a Clinical Laboratory Technologist, you will work under the guidance of the Laboratory Supervisor while contributing to a collaborative healthcare team dedicated to delivering rapid and reliable diagnostic information. Your expertise will support physicians and providers by ensuring precise laboratory testing and maintaining the highest standards of quality, safety, and efficiency.
What You’ll Do
Perform Comprehensive Laboratory Testing
Process and analyze a wide range of patient samples across Hematology, Chemistry, Microbiology, and PCR testing.
Ensure Diagnostic Accuracy
Review patient history and correlate it with laboratory results to support accurate clinical interpretation.
Maintain Quality & Compliance
Perform and document quality control procedures and implement corrective actions when necessary.
Conduct preventative maintenance to ensure laboratory instruments are operating at peak performance.
Manage Laboratory Data
Accurately enter patient data into the laboratory information system and integrate results into the electronic medical record.
Retrieve and interpret complex laboratory data for providers and clinical staff.
Support Safety & Laboratory Operations
Properly handle and document hazardous materials and waste disposal.
Perform safety inspections and maintain strict adherence to laboratory safety standards.
Help maintain an organized, clean, and efficient laboratory environment.
Collaborate with the Healthcare Team
Communicate effectively with providers and staff to ensure timely delivery of diagnostic information.
Support laboratory operations with additional responsibilities as assigned.
Education & Experience
Current New York State Clinical Laboratory Technologist License required
1–3 years of clinical laboratory experience preferred
What Makes You a Great Fit
Exceptional attention to detail
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment
Comfortable working with diverse teams and patient populations
Why Join This Team?
Work with advanced laboratory technology
Make a direct impact on patient diagnosis and care
Join a supportive and collaborative healthcare environment
Enjoy the autonomy and pace of a second-shift laboratory team
If you are ready to bring your scientific expertise, precision, and commitment to patient care to a laboratory that values your contributions, we encourage you to apply.
About Us:
At Lighthouse Lab Services, we offer solutions to help start, grow, and run clinical laboratories. Our recruiting team has over 20 years of proven success placing job seekers in positions ranging from entry-level Medical Technologists to seasoned Laboratory Directors. We recruit nationwide, for permanent and travel positions with clients ranging from small hospitals to large reference laboratories.
It is the policy of Lighthouse Lab Services to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. In addition, Lighthouse Lab Services will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.
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Salary : $38 - $45