Assistant Clinical Technician

Job Description

NYU Langone Health is a fully integrated health system that consistently achieves the best patient outcomes through a rigorous focus on quality that has resulted in some of the lowest mortality rates in the nation. Vizient Inc. has ranked NYU Langone the No. 1 comprehensive academic medical center in the country for three years in a row, and U.S. News & World Report recently placed nine of its clinical specialties among the top five in the nation. NYU Langone offers a comprehensive range of medical services with one high standard of care across 6 inpatient locations, its Perlmutter Cancer Center, and over 320 outpatient locations in the New York area and Florida. With $14.2 billion in revenue this year, the system also includes two tuition-free medical schools, in Manhattan and on Long Island, and a vast research enterprise with over $1 billion in active awards from the National Institutes of Health.


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Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Assistant Clinical Technician.


In this role, the successful candidate will be responsible for performing routine technical duties in a clinical chemistry laboratory.

Job Responsibilities:

• Orients new and current Lab Aids to the duties and responsibilities associated with the reference laboratory and aliquoting workstation.
• Assists in teaching new employees the established procedures for the reference laboratory workstation or assists in orienting current staff to new, or modified, procedures.
• Responsible for the front end processing of all specimens, as well as all required documentation.
• Spins and prepares laboratory specimens for analysis. Prepares specimen batches for shipment according to DOT & IATA requirements.
• Prints batch packing slips, and transmits information to the reference laboratory. Maintains batch records and packing slip log.
• Matches batch and packs lists to pending logs, verifies orders and handles questions regarding specimen collection, etc. Verifies that all reference laboratory specimens have been processed. Interacts with reference laboratory to resolve questions regarding specimen type and collection behavior, etc. Ensures that all specimens are stored and packaged for shipment properly, and in a timely manner.
• Maintains sufficient inventory and sufficient supplies to ensure smooth operation of the reference laboratory and aliquots workstation.
• Organizes supplies efficiently for easy accessibility.
• Reference Lab System 2000: Orders tests and tracks specimens. Maintains an adequate knowledge of the reference laboratory interface, System 2000. Tracks specimen status, views completed reports and print reports when needed. Processes tests on the System 2000, views and prints completed reports.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or the equivalent.
• Minimum of one year of experience in a laboratory or a related setting.
• Effective oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
Knowledge of medical terminology, the ARUP System 2000 Interface and the Misys System preferred.

Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.

NYU Langone Health provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you'll feel good about devoting your time and your talents.

At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it's developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.


NYU Langone Health is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.

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NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $54,766.23 - $55,806.23 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.

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