Lab Tech Assistant Jobs in New York

A Laboratory Technician Assistant in the med tech industry is responsible for supporting technologists in the laboratory by preparing and organizing samples for analysis, maintaining laboratory equipment, and adhering to lab procedures and safety protocols. They play an essential role in the accurate and efficient processing of patient samples, contributing to the delivery of reliable and timely diagnostic results. These professionals often handle administrative tasks such as record keeping, data entry, and inventory management as well.

Key skills for a Lab Tech Assistant include attention to detail, organization, technical proficiency, and a strong understanding of laboratory safety procedures. Certification as a lab assistant is typically required, and this may include passing an exam through the American Society for Clinical Pathology or a similar accrediting body. Prior to becoming a Lab Tech Assistant, individuals may have roles such as a Phlebotomist, a Medical Assistant, or a Lab Aide, all of which provide relevant experience in clinical lab settings.

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Specimen Processor - Overnight

  • Sunrise Medical Laboratories, Inc
  • Hicksville, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Hicksville, NY
  • 2 days ago

Bonus points if youve got: 1 - 2 years of related experience in clinical laboratory, data entry, or production Previous training or experience in specimen collection or processing Well give you: Appreciation...

In Person

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

  • Rochester Regional Health
  • Potsdam, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Potsdam, NY
  • 1 day ago

Retrieves samples from Specimen Processing and delivers to the appropriate testing department....

In Person Full Time

Phlebotomist / Laboratory Assistant

  • Utica, NY
  • 4 days ago
  • Utica, NY
  • 4 days ago

Performs clerical/receptionist functions: result reporting, fax machine, filing, specimen processing. As assigned, prepares specimens for testing according to procedure....

In Person

Laboratory Assistant (Full-Time, Variable Shifts)

  • Rochester Regional Health
  • Potsdam, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Potsdam, NY
  • 6 days ago

Retrieves samples from Specimen Processing and delivers to the appropriate testing department....

In Person Full Time

Laboratory Assistant (NY Helps) - FT - Evening Shift

  • ECMC
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 6 days ago

setting or water or wastewater plant laboratory; Receives instructions and performs routine laboratory tests in different fields; Sets up and/or adjusts laboratory equipment such as colorimeters, centrifuges...

In Person Part Time

Lab Assistant II - Phlebotomist - Full-Time

  • Cayuga Health
  • Montour Falls, NY
  • 13 days ago
  • Montour Falls, NY
  • 13 days ago

A Lab Assistant II Phlebotomist preforms adult and pediatric Phlebotomy, in addition to daily tasks including, centrifuging, aliquoting and stabilizing patient specimens for transport via courier to...

In Person Full Time

Laboratory Assistant I - FT Days

  • St James Mercy Health System
  • Hornell, NY
  • 18 days ago
  • Hornell, NY
  • 18 days ago

Receives, logs, centrifuges, aliquots, labels, preserves, and processes laboratory specimens in preparation for testing by others....

In Person

Lab Assistant II - Phlebotomist - Part-Time

  • Cayuga Health
  • Ithaca, NY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ithaca, NY
  • 30+ days ago

A Lab Assistant II Phlebotomist preforms adult and pediatric Phlebotomy, in addition to daily tasks including, centrifuging, aliquoting and stabilizing patient specimens for transport via courier to...

In Person Part Time

Medical Laboratory Assistant - Per Diem

  • Catholic Health
  • Smithtown, NY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Smithtown, NY
  • 45+ days ago

Responsibilities: Assists the Laboratory Technologist in a number of duties related to clinical laboratory activity including, but not limited to, phlebotomy, specimen processing, etc....

In Person

Medical Laboratory Assistant - Phlebotomist

  • Catholic Health
  • Smithtown, NY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Smithtown, NY
  • 45+ days ago

Job Details Responsibilities: Assists the Laboratory Technologist in a number of duties related to clinical laboratory activity including, but not limited to, phlebotomy, specimen processing, etc....

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Medicat Specimen Accessioner

  • Shusa
  • Rye Brook, NY
  • 45+ days ago
  • Rye Brook, NY
  • 45+ days ago

All you need is: High School Diploma or equivalent Previous training or experience in specimen collection or processing Must possess knowledge of medical terminology Strong reading, writing, and analytical...

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Laboratory Assistant - Cancer Center - Full Time, Days

  • NYU Langone Medical Center
  • Patchogue, NY
  • 60+ days ago
  • Patchogue, NY
  • 60+ days ago

Additional Position Specific Responsibilities: Specimen processing and handling including centrifugation....

In Person Full Time

Medical Laboratory Assistant

  • Catholic Health
  • Smithtown, NY
  • 60+ days ago
  • Smithtown, NY
  • 60+ days ago

Responsibilities: Assists the Laboratory Technologist in a number of duties related to clinical laboratory activity including, but not limited to, phlebotomy, specimen processing, etc....

In Person

Lab Assistant - MLS Student

  • Rochester Regional Health
  • Rochester, NY
  • 90+ days ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 90+ days ago

Retrieves samples from Specimen Processing and delivers to the appropriate testing department....

In Person

Laboratory Assistant - Histology - Full Time, Evenings

  • NYU Langone Medical Center
  • Patchogue, NY
  • 90+ days ago
  • Patchogue, NY
  • 90+ days ago

Examples include but are not limited to labeling, centrifuging, aliquoting, transport and placing samples on automated test platforms....

In Person Full Time

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Salary for Lab Tech Assistant Jobs in New York

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Lab Tech Assistant positions.



Highest Education Level

Lab Tech Assistants in New York offer the following education background
Vocational Degree or Certification
29.0%
Bachelor's Degree
26.3%
Associate's Degree
18.7%
High School or GED
16.5%
Master's Degree
5.4%
Some College
2.2%
Doctorate Degree
1.5%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Lab Tech Assistants in New York
Less than 1 year
43.8%
None
24.2%
4-6 years
15.2%
2-4 years
13.9%
1-2 years
2.9%


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