Clin Lab Technician

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Job Title: Clin Lab Technician

Company: MidHudson Regional Hospital

City/State: Poughkeepsie, NY

Category: Allied Health Prof/Technical

Department: Laboratory Central

Union: Yes

Union Name: 1199-Pending Contract

Position: Full Time

Hours: Sun to Sat 630p to 7a

Shift: Night - 12 hour shift

Req #: 48885

Posted Date: Jul 06, 2026

Hiring Range: $40.59/HR

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Job Details:

Processes, and analyzes biological specimens according to defined procedures using independent judgment, effectively integrating the pre-analytic, analytic and post-analytic components in the process. Follows established protocol for quality assurance and quality improvement. Recognizes problems and actively participates in problem resolution

Responsibilities:

• Performs routine and special analysis of specimens according to established protocol.
• Recognizes and documents abnormal and inconsistent test results and independently follows through, according to established protocol.
• Follows protocol for critical/panic values.
• Demonstrates knowledge of test theory and correlates lab data.
• Reviewco-workers' reports where appropriate, for release.
• Consistently seeks/consults other departments to assist in workflow efficiencies when immediate tasks are completed, in order to expedite patient care.
• Demonstrates and maintains competencies in a minimum of two clinical departments and performs testing/procedures independently with minimal supervision.
• Analyzes quality control materialsin accordance with laboratory policy.
• Follows through independently with corrective action and documentation and responds appropriately to correct problems. Proactively alerts supervisors to quality control trends and other potential problems.
• Actively participates in department-based Quality Improvement projects.
• Assists supervisor with test method comparisons, correlation studies or other validation studies for new or current test systems.
• Assists supervisor in collating data, material, etc. for quality management program.
• Performs routine preventive maintenance of all departmental equipment/instruments.
• Maintains department inventory, communicating effectively with Supervisor or designee when inventory is low, in order to assure continuity of patient testing.
• Recognizes instrument malfunction and/or reagent problems and is able to perform problem-solving/ troubleshooting measures.
• Is able to troubleshoot and repair instrumentation problems. Independently initiates communication with service/vendor in order to problem-solve instrumentation/ equipment.
• Acts independently to determine alternative testing procedures.
• Acts as a technical resource for students, technical and phlebotomy staff, physicians and other professional staff.
• Assists phlebotomists in problem-solving patient and/or specimen issues.
• Participates in the continuing education programs offered in the respective department, cross-trained departments and through the hospital. Expands knowledge in the field through continuing education; e.g., seminars, outside programs, on-line programs.
• Interfaces with clinicians and answers questions/concerns related to laboratory tests, procedures, collection information, etc.
• Reports to codes as required within established time-frame and follows all technical and administrative protocols.
• Accurately correlates orders with specimens ensuring proper identification of specimen and follows up with unit as needed.
• Assesses quality and appropriateness (QNS, clotted, labeling, proper collection/container, etc.) of specimens and follows through accordingly (redraw, notification of nursing unit, etc.)
• Is able to demonstrate effective utilization of computer systems to perform testing for patient care functions. Identifies/makes recommendations for process improvements related to LIS, test analyzers and/or manual test methods.
• Assists supervisor in performing a special project or initiative.
• Demonstrates sound, independent judgment, effectively and professionally resolving problem situations.
• Performs other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: EXPERIENCE

• 0-2 years experience as a Clinical Lab Technician, preferred.

EDUCATION

• Associate's or higher degree for certified clinical laboratory technician or substantial equivalence as per New York State education department, required

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS

• Either: (a) possession of a license and current registration as a Certified Clinical Laboratory Technician issued by the New York State Education Department; or (b) possession of a limited permit as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or restricted license to practice clinical laboratory technician at Westchester Medical Center issued by the New York State Education Department.
• Certification in a national accrediting agency preferred.

About Us:

MidHudson Regional Hospital

MidHudson Regional Hospital in Poughkeepsie, NY, is home to the mid-Hudson Valley's most advanced healthcare services. This 243-bed facility cares for more than 10,000 inpatients annually while performing an additional 325,000 outpatient procedures each year. MidHudson Regional Hospital operates the area's only Level II trauma center, is home to the Redl Center for Cancer Care and Center for Robotic Surgery, and is a destination hospital for patients with serious illnesses and injuries.

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