Job Title: Clinical Lab Technician
Location: Syracuse, NY
Shift: Monday – Friday | 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM
Job Type: Contract | Evening Shift
We are seeking a Clinical Lab Technician to join a high-performing laboratory team in a fast-paced healthcare setting. This role plays a critical part in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of patient diagnostic testing. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented, technically skilled, and committed to maintaining high standards of safety, quality, and patient confidentiality.
Enter and retrieve patient information, test orders, quality control results, and instrument data in the laboratory information system
Process specimens per established protocols, including preparation for reference lab testing
Perform routine instrument maintenance and troubleshoot basic technical issues, documenting findings and actions
Conduct specimen analysis in accordance with lab policies and quality assurance guidelines
Follow all laboratory safety protocols and infection control procedures
Maintain confidentiality and compliance with all regulatory standards
Manage time effectively to meet testing deadlines in a high-volume environment
Valid New York State license, permit, or eligibility to practice as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist or Technician
Minimum 2 years of clinical laboratory experience preferred
Ability to accurately distinguish colors (essential for test interpretation)
Must successfully complete pre-employment health screening
High attention to detail with excellent organizational skills
Proficiency in lab information systems and standard laboratory workflow
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively under time constraints
Dedication to quality, accuracy, and patient confidentiality