Laboratory Assistant Job at NYC Health + Hospitals
About NYC Health + Hospitals
Harlem Hospital Center has been a bedrock of the Harlem community since 1887. The hospital provides a wide range of medical, surgical, diagnostic, therapeutic and family support services to the residents of Central Harlem, West Harlem, Washington Heights and Inwood. Harlem is the largest hospital in the area, capable of treating the most seriously ill. Harlem provides over 90 specialized ambulatory care services, dentistry and oral surgery, behavioral health services, and community substance abuse treatment.
Job Description
Under direct supervision, prepares specimens for analysis. Performs recordkeeping, data entry and collection activities relating to patient specimens for diagnostic and treatment purposes using automated and/or manual systems.
SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Verifies identification of patient specimens and requests for tests.
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Sorts specimens with appropriate labeling and identification for distribution to designated laboratories for testing.
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Performs pertinent data entry and retrieval functions using automated and/or manual systems.
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Centrifuges and decants specimens.
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Maintains laboratory records in accordance with established procedures and protocols including the generation, separation, sorting and distribution of reports.
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Maintains inventory of laboratory supplies and distributes supplies.
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Delivers laboratory results to designated areas, files results in patient’s medical records as assigned.
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Picks up specimens and laboratory requests, delivers specimens to laboratories for analysis and distributes reports.
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Cleans and maintains equipment.
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Provides laboratory results in accordance with established procedures and protocols.
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Adheres to infection control guidelines and procedures.
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Additional duties assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
1. Graduation from a Senior High School or High School Equivalency Diploma and one year of experience in a laboratory environment performing related work as described in position; or,
2. Satisfactory equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
2. Satisfactory equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
How To Apply
Please be advised that proof of Covid-19 vaccination is required prior to hire.
If you wish to apply for this position, please apply online by clicking the "Apply Now" button.
NYC Health and Hospitals offers a competitive benefits package that includes:
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Comprehensive Health Benefits for employees hired to work 20+ hrs. per week
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Retirement Savings and Pension Plans
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Loan Forgiveness Programs for eligible employees
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Paid Holidays and Vacation in accordance with employees' Collectively bargained contracts
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College titution discounts and professional development opportunities
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Multiple employee discounts programs
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