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Laboratory Assistant - Canton-Potsdam Hospital (Full-Time, Variable Shifts)

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Rochester Regional Health

Potsdam, NY (In Person)

$40,664 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 1 week ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/12/2026

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Job Description

Laboratory Assistant
  • Canton-Potsdam Hospital (Full-Time, Variable Shifts) at Rochester Regional Health Laboratory Assistant
  • Canton-Potsdam Hospital (Full-Time, Variable Shifts) at Rochester Regional Health in Potsdam, New York Posted in 6 days ago. $18.10
  • $21.
00 per hour
Job Description:
Description Job Title:
Laboratory Assistant Department:
Laboratory Services Location:
Canton-Potsdam Hospital | 50 Leroy St. Potsdam, NY 13676
Hours Per Week:
37.5
Schedule:
7.5-hour, variable shifts, every 4th weekend rotation SUMMARY The primary role of a Laboratory Assistant is to receive and track patient samples into the laboratory information system, maintaining specimen integrity for all laboratory testing in the support of the operation of the laboratory.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Notifies departments of problem resolutions pertaining to specimen discrepancies. Understands and follows departmental policies and safety procedures to reduce risk of blood and body fluid exposure. Retrieves samples from Specimen Processing and delivers to the appropriate testing department. Maintains inventory, receives and stocks ordered items, checks expiration dates, logs in media and reagents. Answers phone calls, making leadership aware of any issues that may arise. Performs daily sample pending review, monitors batch testing pending, and locating missing samples in support of testing operation. Performs daily support system checks for functionality and verification that they are in proper working order. i.e. water system, deionized water system. Elevate to leadership when systems deviate from expected tolerances. Provides proficiency testing support by receiving surveys, ordering in LIS, assigning to MTs and filing paperwork. Performs quality control verification of pipettes, timers, balances and other laboratory equipment. Refers unresolved problems to MT or supervisor for assistance. Sorts and loads samples onto lab automation systems Continuously assesses work processes and makes suggestion to supervisor for improved work methods and ways to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and solve operational problems. Monitors departmental reagent inventories and notifies appropriate person when supplies reach reorder level. Works with supervisor and other laboratory staff to plan for, and accomplish, departmental and organizational goals and objectives. Promotes and supports a positive team environment within the department. Performs additional duties as directed by supervisor. Communicates with external customers when presented with problems or special requests and reports them to the appropriate leader.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Associate's degree in the medical field preferred Minimum of 2 years laboratory experience preferred Ability to receive and track patient samples into the laboratory information system Ability to maintain specimen integrity for all laboratory testing
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
M
  • Medium Work
  • Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.
PAY RANGE
$18.10
  • $21.
00 The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, clinical licensure date, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts. Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.