Clinical Laboratory Assistant I

Clinical Laboratory Assistant IRoswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is seeking a Clinical Laboratory Assistant to support critical blood product preparation and laboratory operations. In this role, you'll help ensure that blood components are processed safely, accurately, and in compliance with regulatory standards while supporting laboratory testing, quality initiatives, and day-to-day operations. This position offers the opportunity to play an important role behind the scenes, helping provide the high-quality laboratory services that support patient care and research efforts across the organization. The starting annual salary for this position is $44,560 and this can include a full comprehensive benefits package.As a member of our laboratory team, you will:Process blood products collected at Roswell Park, including Fresh Frozen Plasma, Red Blood Cells, and Platelets.Follow established regulatory and quality standards to ensure blood products are prepared accurately and safely.Coordinate and facilitate laboratory testing by ordering appropriate tests and communicating with internal departments.Manage laboratory-related documentation through data entry, transcription, printing, faxing, and electronic communication.Monitor and communicate laboratory results and requests through phone, email, and other communication channels.Assist with quality control procedures and quality assurance activities that support laboratory excellence.Support routine equipment maintenance and ensure laboratory resources are functioning properly.Maintain laboratory inventory levels and coordinate supply ordering.Assist with training and educational activities for employees and students.Contribute to a collaborative environment focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.We're looking for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and committed to maintaining high standards of quality and accuracy. Successful candidates will have:Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow established procedures.Excellent organizational and time management skills.The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced laboratory environment.Strong written and verbal communication skills.A collaborative approach to working with colleagues across departments.A commitment to quality, safety, and regulatory compliance.Basic computer and documentation management skills.You'll be especially successful in this role if you enjoy:Working with processes that require accuracy and precision.Supporting teams through strong organization and coordination.Learning new laboratory techniques and procedures.Contributing to work that directly impacts patient care and outcomes.At Roswell Park, every team member plays an important role in our mission to eliminate cancer's grip on humanity. When you join our organization, you'll enjoy:Meaningful work that supports world-class patient care and groundbreaking research.Opportunities to learn, grow, and expand your laboratory knowledge and skills.A collaborative environment where teamwork and respect are valued.Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities.The chance to work alongside dedicated healthcare, research, and laboratory professionals.A mission-driven culture where your contributions make a real difference every day.Join Roswell Park and become part of a team committed to quality, innovation, and improving lives through exceptional patient care and research.