Medical Technologist Jobs in New York
Medical Technologist jobs in New York represent one of the most active markets in the country, with steady demand from hospital systems, academic medical centers, public health laboratories, and blood banking operations at every level from entry-level to senior and supervisory positions. The heaviest hiring concentrates in New York City, Buffalo, and Albany, where institutions such as NewYork-Presbyterian, Northwell Health, and Montefiore Medical Center maintain large clinical laboratory departments. The most sought-after specialties in New York include clinical chemistry, hematology, and microbiology, reflecting the complexity of patient populations served by the state's major health systems. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job Title: Senior Medical Technologist
Department: Laboratory - POCT
Location: Unity Hospital | 1555 Long Pond Rd. Rochester, NY 14626
Hours Per Week: 40
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8-hour shifts, 7:30a - 4:00p
SUMMARY
As a member of the professional medical team, the Senior Medical Technologist accurately performs clinical laboratory analyses and examinations by approved department procedures on blood, urine, body fluids and tissues within a published turn-around time using a variety of instruments and methods to assist in physician diagnosis and treatment. They are expected to utilize complex problem-solving skills in resolving clinical and instrument problems. This position requires exercise of independent judgment, theoretical knowledge and responsibility, and ensures the provision of high-quality laboratory/diagnostic services to patients and physicians and full compliance with all regulatory standards. May provide weekend/holiday supervisory coverage as needed.
Responsibilities:
- Correctly performs testing in an accurate and timely manner.
- Interprets and correlates clinical test results with patient history, diagnosis and clinical condition in order to explain test results (normal/abnormal) so that appropriate action can be taken.
- Communicates stat and critical lab results and prolonged instrument malfunctions causing delays in test results to physicians, nursing units and other appropriate medical personnel.
- Performance of QC, routine and advanced maintenance and analyte/instrument troubleshooting activities.
- Accurately prepares reagents and maintains proper inventory of laboratory section supplies with appropriate cost containment in mind.
- Maintains knowledge of required computer functions associated with ordering testing, performing testing, resulting testing and calling up various reports to assist in completing testing and the management of workflow.
- Meets all regulatory lab requirements consistently.
- Act as key operator and technical consultant to technologists, technicians and/or students for an area or instrumentation.
- Coordinate and assist in development and validation of new procedures/instrumentation.
- Coordinate and assist in the training of new and existing employees on procedures and instrumentation.
- Participation in the competency assessments for staff.
- Supervisory review of Quality Control results, maintenance records or other quality assurance activities, including corrective action, as needed.
- Assistance with inventory management (e.g. assigned inventory list).
- Perform “extra” or advanced maintenance and/or troubleshooting activities, including Advanced Preventative Maintenance, QC/Validations for minor equipment (centrifuges, pipettes, etc.).
- Assists in the performance of specialized and complex diagnostic procedures.
- Participation in Regulatory preparation, such as routine Audits/Tracers or responsibility for a section specific “checklist” or portion of the organization Regulatory Standards (NYS, TJC, CAP, DNV, etc.).
- Order and/or coordinate proficiency testing for department or subspecialty; submission of results to regulatory agency; review of final results and corrective action, as needed.
- Involvement in department Quality Improvement Project and/or Department QA/QM monitors.
- Participation in Department, Location or System-wide committee or project.
- Approval to write or modify Standard Operating Procedures for new or existing procedures.
- Routine supervisory review of Standard Operating Procedures, as per regulatory requirement schedule for their department.
- Coordinate database functions of the Laboratory Information System.
- Participation in the Laboratory Ambassador Program.
- May conduct research and development of new or updated technologies and provide written evaluation to supervisor/manager/director.
- Responsibility for department scheduling and/or Kronos Timekeeper.
- Teaches in the Medical Laboratory Science Program and Lab rotations as called upon to do so.
- Coordinates with the Medical Laboratory Science Program administration and all areas of the lab to develop curriculum, lecture objectives, student evaluations, written and digital exams.
- Participates in classroom instructions, monitors student activities, attends and participates in faculty meetings, and participates in accreditation reviews and reports as needed.
- Additional Duties and Responsibilities as requested by Manager.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum 4 years’ experience as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, or Medical Technologist
- NYS Licensed Clinical Laboratory Technologist
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Previous experience in a laboratory leadership position
- Certification by American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Education:
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
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.
For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.
Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.
PAY RANGE:
$41.75 - $47.75
CITY:
Rochester
POSTAL CODE:
14626
The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, 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.
Job Title: Senior Medical Technologist
Department: Laboratory - POCT
Location: Unity Hospital | 1555 Long Pond Rd. Rochester, NY 14626
Hours Per Week: 40
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8-hour shifts, 7:30a - 4:00p
SUMMARY
As a member of the professional medical team, the Senior Medical Technologist accurately performs clinical laboratory analyses and examinations by approved department procedures on blood, urine, body fluids and tissues within a published turn-around time using a variety of instruments and methods to assist in physician diagnosis and treatment. They are expected to utilize complex problem-solving skills in resolving clinical and instrument problems. This position requires exercise of independent judgment, theoretical knowledge and responsibility, and ensures the provision of high-quality laboratory/diagnostic services to patients and physicians and full compliance with all regulatory standards. May provide weekend/holiday supervisory coverage as needed.
Responsibilities:
- Correctly performs testing in an accurate and timely manner.
- Interprets and correlates clinical test results with patient history, diagnosis and clinical condition in order to explain test results (normal/abnormal) so that appropriate action can be taken.
- Communicates stat and critical lab results and prolonged instrument malfunctions causing delays in test results to physicians, nursing units and other appropriate medical personnel.
- Performance of QC, routine and advanced maintenance and analyte/instrument troubleshooting activities.
- Accurately prepares reagents and maintains proper inventory of laboratory section supplies with appropriate cost containment in mind.
- Maintains knowledge of required computer functions associated with ordering testing, performing testing, resulting testing and calling up various reports to assist in completing testing and the management of workflow.
- Meets all regulatory lab requirements consistently.
- Act as key operator and technical consultant to technologists, technicians and/or students for an area or instrumentation.
- Coordinate and assist in development and validation of new procedures/instrumentation.
- Coordinate and assist in the training of new and existing employees on procedures and instrumentation.
- Participation in the competency assessments for staff.
- Supervisory review of Quality Control results, maintenance records or other quality assurance activities, including corrective action, as needed.
- Assistance with inventory management (e.g. assigned inventory list).
- Perform “extra” or advanced maintenance and/or troubleshooting activities, including Advanced Preventative Maintenance, QC/Validations for minor equipment (centrifuges, pipettes, etc.).
- Assists in the performance of specialized and complex diagnostic procedures.
- Participation in Regulatory preparation, such as routine Audits/Tracers or responsibility for a section specific “checklist” or portion of the organization Regulatory Standards (NYS, TJC, CAP, DNV, etc.).
- Order and/or coordinate proficiency testing for department or subspecialty; submission of results to regulatory agency; review of final results and corrective action, as needed.
- Involvement in department Quality Improvement Project and/or Department QA/QM monitors.
- Participation in Department, Location or System-wide committee or project.
- Approval to write or modify Standard Operating Procedures for new or existing procedures.
- Routine supervisory review of Standard Operating Procedures, as per regulatory requirement schedule for their department.
- Coordinate database functions of the Laboratory Information System.
- Participation in the Laboratory Ambassador Program.
- May conduct research and development of new or updated technologies and provide written evaluation to supervisor/manager/director.
- Responsibility for department scheduling and/or Kronos Timekeeper.
- Teaches in the Medical Laboratory Science Program and Lab rotations as called upon to do so.
- Coordinates with the Medical Laboratory Science Program administration and all areas of the lab to develop curriculum, lecture objectives, student evaluations, written and digital exams.
- Participates in classroom instructions, monitors student activities, attends and participates in faculty meetings, and participates in accreditation reviews and reports as needed.
- Additional Duties and Responsibilities as requested by Manager.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum 4 years’ experience as a Clinical Laboratory Technologist, Medical Laboratory Scientist, or Medical Technologist
- NYS Licensed Clinical Laboratory Technologist
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Previous experience in a laboratory leadership position
- Certification by American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
Education:
LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS:
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.
For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements.
Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.
PAY RANGE:
$41.75 - $47.75
CITY:
Rochester
POSTAL CODE:
14626
The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, 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.
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Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Medical Technologist Job Market in New York
A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Albany Medical Center31
- Nicholas H. Noyes Memorial Hospital21
- SUNY Upstate Medical University15
- Trinity Health12
- Cayuga Medical Center5
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services111
- Education34
- Science & Research14
- Insurance4
- Non-Profit & Social Services4
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in medical technologist jobs across New York.
- Active New York State clinical laboratory technologist license issued by NYSED
- Bachelor's degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory science, or a related science
- ASCP Board of Certification as a Medical Technologist or equivalent national credential
- Proficiency with laboratory information systems such as Epic Beaker or Cerner PathNet
- Demonstrated competency in at least one high-volume discipline such as hematology or chemistry
- Ability to rotate across shifts including evenings, weekends, and on-call as required
Medical Technologist Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a medical technologist in New York?
To work as a medical technologist in New York, you must hold a clinical laboratory technologist license issued by the New York State Education Department. New York is one of the few states with its own mandatory licensure, so a national credential alone is not sufficient. Candidates need a bachelor's degree in medical technology or a chemical, physical, or biological science, plus completion of an approved clinical laboratory training program before applying to NYSED for licensure.
Which companies hire medical technologists in New York?
Employers hiring medical technologists in New York right now include Albany Medical Center, Nicholas H. Noyes Memorial Hospital, and SUNY Upstate Medical University, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New York's concentration of large academic medical centers and integrated health networks means openings appear consistently year-round rather than clustering around a single hiring season.
Which New York cities have the most medical technologist jobs?
Albany, Syracuse, and Bailey Rd have the most medical technologist openings in New York. New York City dominates by volume because it hosts the greatest density of tertiary care hospitals, reference laboratories, and academic medical centers in the state, while Buffalo and Albany generate steady demand through their own regional health systems and state public health laboratory operations.
Are there remote medical technologist jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're rare. Medical technologists work directly with patient specimens and instrumentation, so the role is inherently hands-on and on-site. About 1% of medical technologist openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, and those positions tend to involve laboratory information management, quality assurance review, or medical science liaison functions rather than bench work.
How can I get hired as a medical technologist in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing an accredited clinical laboratory science training program affiliated with a New York hospital, which typically leads directly to a staff position at that institution. Large systems such as Northwell Health and NewYork-Presbyterian offer new-graduate rotational programs and phlebotomy-to-technologist pipelines. Candidates who already hold a New York NYSED clinical laboratory technician license and work as medical laboratory technicians have a natural lateral pathway to technologist roles once they complete their bachelor's degree requirements.
Where can I find and apply to medical technologist jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to medical technologist jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current New York openings from employers actively hiring. Find the roles that fit your experience, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly through the listings.
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