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At Garnet Health, the Hudson Valley’s leading integrated health system, you’ll find the perfect balance of a satisfying career and a rewarding lifestyle. Our focus is on patient-centric care with a collective of visionary leaders and dedicated and caring professionals working as a team to deliver the best for the people we serve. If you’re interested in a health system that’s both growing and award-winning, serving a diverse community that provides the best of both city and rural life, we invite you to make your career home with us as a Medical Lab Technician/Technologist on our Lab team at Garnet Health Doctor.
Responsibilities
Medical Lab Technician
- Performs, evaluates, records and reports clinical laboratory tests used in the diagnosis, evaluation and treatment of patients on a variety of body fluids and biologic specimens.
- Recognizes problems and/or potential for problems within the assigned section regarding instruments, computers, and inventories.
- Displays sound, supportive and independent judgement to resolve issues equitably.
Medical Lab Technologist
- Performs, evaluates, records and reports clinical laboratory tests used in the diagnosis, evaluation and treatment of patients on a variety of body fluids and biologic specimens.
- Recognizes problems and/or potential for problems within the assigned section regarding instruments, computers, and inventories.
- Displays sound, supportive and independent judgement to resolve issues in the absence of a supervisor.
- Assumes charge of the laboratory (if charge eligible) as assigned.
At Garnet Health, we are committed to supporting your career growth and professional potential. We are responsive, attentive and dedicated to the success and satisfaction of our team members. Here, you’ll find resources that will help you excel in your career, tuition reimbursement programs for your continued education, and comprehensive health, dental and retirement benefits designed to fit your individual and family needs. Our inclusive and diverse team culture encourages you to contribute your exceptional talents, skills and perspectives to the success of our system, one another, our communities and our patients.
Join the Garnet Health team and let your excellence shine.
Salaries shown on independent jobs related websites reflect market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from Garnet Health System. We invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary / hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.
The compensation range for the:
- Medical Lab Technician Trainee role is $35 - $40.30 hourly.
- Medical Lab Technician Permit role is $39.37 - $45.33 hourly.
- Medical Lab Technician Licensed role is $46.72 - $53.49 hourly.
- Medical Lab Technologist Trainee role is $41.82 - $47.32 hourly.
- Medical Lab Technologist Permit role is $47.04 - $53.22 hourly.
- Medical Lab Technologist Licensed role is $55.81 - $62.86 hourly.
Garnet Health System provides a compensation range to comply with the New York State law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. When determining a team member’s compensation and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Medical Lab Technician
Minimum Education:
- Current and active license as a NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technician.
Minimum Experience:
- Experience preferred but newly NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technician qualified individuals considered.
Required Certification/Registration:
- ASCP preferred.
- NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technician license or eligible required.
- If not licensed, NYSED permit required within two months of hire, NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technician license required within one year of permit issuance.
- Trainees without a Permit may observe, read procedures and learn processes in each section of the laboratory.
- They may not under any circumstances verify any testing on patients.
- They may be used for specimen processing, send outs and phlebotomy.
- Once a Permit has been obtained, candidate may verify tests in areas that competency has been completed.
Physical Requirements:
- Walking, sitting and standing, most of the day.
- Reaches for, lifts and carries light to moderately heavy equipment and supplies.
- Visual acuity and color discrimination is required.
- Ability to communicate effectively and to comprehend conversation.
- Must have manual dexterity and hand-to-eye coordination to handle and manipulate instruments, slides, test tubes and other laboratory equipment capable of working long hours at varied times during the day or night.
- Alertness required during all phases.
Working Conditions:
- Environmental Demands and Exposure to Hazards: Works in a clean, well-lighted, heated or ventilated facility. No routine exposure to hazards.
- Physical Demands: Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate computer and office equipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking. Ability to lift 10 lbs.
- Mental Demands: Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions cannot be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations. May be subject to irregular hours including evenings or potentially weekends to participate in operational and community events as necessary.
Medical Lab Technologist
Minimum Education:
- Current and active license as a NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technologist.
- Current and active license as a NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technologist PLUS 4 years of experience post license issuance to be considered charge eligible.
Minimum Experience:
- Experience preferred but newly NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technologist qualified individuals considered.
Required Certification/Registration:
- ASCP preferred.
- NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technologist license or eligible required.
- If not licensed, NYSED permit required within two months of hire, NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technologist license required within one year of permit issuance.
- Trainees without a Permit may observe, read procedures and learn processes in each section of the laboratory.
- They may not under any circumstances verify any testing on patients.
- They may be used for specimen processing, send outs and phlebotomy.
- Once a Permit has been obtained, candidate may verify tests in areas that competency has been completed.
Physical Requirements:
- Walking, sitting and standing, most of the day.
- Reaches for, lifts and carries light to moderately heavy equipment and supplies.
- Visual acuity and color discrimination is required.
- Ability to communicate effectively and to comprehend conversation.
- Must have manual dexterity and hand-to-eye coordination to handle and manipulate instruments, slides, test tubes and other laboratory equipment.
- Capable of working long hours at varied times during the day or night.
- Alertness required during all phases.
Working Conditions:
- Environmental Demands and Exposure to Hazards: Works in a clean, well-lighted, heated or ventilated facility. No routine exposure to hazards.
- Physical Demands: Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate computer and office equipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking. Ability to lift 10 lbs.
- Mental Demands: Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions cannot be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations. May be subject to irregular hours including evenings or potentially weekends to participate in operational and community events as necessary.
INTRODUCTION
At Garnet Health, the Hudson Valley’s leading integrated health system, you’ll find the perfect balance of a satisfying career and a rewarding lifestyle. Our focus is on patient-centric care with a collective of visionary leaders and dedicated and caring professionals working as a team to deliver the best for the people we serve. If you’re interested in a health system that’s both growing and award-winning, serving a diverse community that provides the best of both city and rural life, we invite you to make your career home with us as a Medical Lab Technician/Technologist on our Lab team at Garnet Health Doctor.
Responsibilities
Medical Lab Technician
- Performs, evaluates, records and reports clinical laboratory tests used in the diagnosis, evaluation and treatment of patients on a variety of body fluids and biologic specimens.
- Recognizes problems and/or potential for problems within the assigned section regarding instruments, computers, and inventories.
- Displays sound, supportive and independent judgement to resolve issues equitably.
Medical Lab Technologist
- Performs, evaluates, records and reports clinical laboratory tests used in the diagnosis, evaluation and treatment of patients on a variety of body fluids and biologic specimens.
- Recognizes problems and/or potential for problems within the assigned section regarding instruments, computers, and inventories.
- Displays sound, supportive and independent judgement to resolve issues in the absence of a supervisor.
- Assumes charge of the laboratory (if charge eligible) as assigned.
At Garnet Health, we are committed to supporting your career growth and professional potential. We are responsive, attentive and dedicated to the success and satisfaction of our team members. Here, you’ll find resources that will help you excel in your career, tuition reimbursement programs for your continued education, and comprehensive health, dental and retirement benefits designed to fit your individual and family needs. Our inclusive and diverse team culture encourages you to contribute your exceptional talents, skills and perspectives to the success of our system, one another, our communities and our patients.
Join the Garnet Health team and let your excellence shine.
Salaries shown on independent jobs related websites reflect market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from Garnet Health System. We invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary / hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.
The compensation range for the:
- Medical Lab Technician Trainee role is $35 - $40.30 hourly.
- Medical Lab Technician Permit role is $39.37 - $45.33 hourly.
- Medical Lab Technician Licensed role is $46.72 - $53.49 hourly.
- Medical Lab Technologist Trainee role is $41.82 - $47.32 hourly.
- Medical Lab Technologist Permit role is $47.04 - $53.22 hourly.
- Medical Lab Technologist Licensed role is $55.81 - $62.86 hourly.
Garnet Health System provides a compensation range to comply with the New York State law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits. When determining a team member’s compensation and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Medical Lab Technician
Minimum Education:
- Current and active license as a NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technician.
Minimum Experience:
- Experience preferred but newly NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technician qualified individuals considered.
Required Certification/Registration:
- ASCP preferred.
- NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technician license or eligible required.
- If not licensed, NYSED permit required within two months of hire, NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technician license required within one year of permit issuance.
- Trainees without a Permit may observe, read procedures and learn processes in each section of the laboratory.
- They may not under any circumstances verify any testing on patients.
- They may be used for specimen processing, send outs and phlebotomy.
- Once a Permit has been obtained, candidate may verify tests in areas that competency has been completed.
Physical Requirements:
- Walking, sitting and standing, most of the day.
- Reaches for, lifts and carries light to moderately heavy equipment and supplies.
- Visual acuity and color discrimination is required.
- Ability to communicate effectively and to comprehend conversation.
- Must have manual dexterity and hand-to-eye coordination to handle and manipulate instruments, slides, test tubes and other laboratory equipment capable of working long hours at varied times during the day or night.
- Alertness required during all phases.
Working Conditions:
- Environmental Demands and Exposure to Hazards: Works in a clean, well-lighted, heated or ventilated facility. No routine exposure to hazards.
- Physical Demands: Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate computer and office equipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking. Ability to lift 10 lbs.
- Mental Demands: Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions cannot be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations. May be subject to irregular hours including evenings or potentially weekends to participate in operational and community events as necessary.
Medical Lab Technologist
Minimum Education:
- Current and active license as a NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technologist.
- Current and active license as a NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technologist PLUS 4 years of experience post license issuance to be considered charge eligible.
Minimum Experience:
- Experience preferred but newly NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technologist qualified individuals considered.
Required Certification/Registration:
- ASCP preferred.
- NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technologist license or eligible required.
- If not licensed, NYSED permit required within two months of hire, NYSED Clinical Laboratory Technologist license required within one year of permit issuance.
- Trainees without a Permit may observe, read procedures and learn processes in each section of the laboratory.
- They may not under any circumstances verify any testing on patients.
- They may be used for specimen processing, send outs and phlebotomy.
- Once a Permit has been obtained, candidate may verify tests in areas that competency has been completed.
Physical Requirements:
- Walking, sitting and standing, most of the day.
- Reaches for, lifts and carries light to moderately heavy equipment and supplies.
- Visual acuity and color discrimination is required.
- Ability to communicate effectively and to comprehend conversation.
- Must have manual dexterity and hand-to-eye coordination to handle and manipulate instruments, slides, test tubes and other laboratory equipment.
- Capable of working long hours at varied times during the day or night.
- Alertness required during all phases.
Working Conditions:
- Environmental Demands and Exposure to Hazards: Works in a clean, well-lighted, heated or ventilated facility. No routine exposure to hazards.
- Physical Demands: Demonstrates physical and functional ability to perform full anatomical range of motion to accomplish tasks. Evidence of visual and aural acuity and finger and hand dexterity to operate computer and office equipment. Can withstand long periods of sitting, standing and/or constant walking. Ability to lift 10 lbs.
- Mental Demands: Ability to foster collaborative relationships, to work well under pressure, to organize and synthesize new information, and prioritize tasks. Possesses critical thinking, analytical skills and flexibility. Ability to multi-task. Required detailed attention to work in an environment where interruptions cannot be controlled. Demonstrates sensitivity to customer needs and expectations. May be subject to irregular hours including evenings or potentially weekends to participate in operational and community events as necessary.
Green Card Healthcare Job Roles in New York
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Search Healthcare Jobs in New YorkHealthcare Green Card Sponsorship Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
Which healthcare companies sponsor Green Card visas in New York?
New York's largest healthcare employers, including Northwell Health, NewYork-Presbyterian, Mount Sinai Health System, NYC Health + Hospitals, and Montefiore Medical Center, have documented histories of sponsoring permanent residency for clinical and research staff. Academic medical centers affiliated with Columbia University and NYU Langone also sponsor Green Cards, particularly for physicians and research scientists, through PERM labor certification and EB-1 or EB-2 pathways.
Which cities in New York have the most healthcare Green Card sponsorship jobs?
New York City concentrates the highest volume of healthcare Green Card sponsorship positions, with major hospital networks headquartered in Manhattan, the Bronx, and Brooklyn. Buffalo and Rochester are secondary markets, anchored by Kaleida Health, Erie County Medical Center, and Rochester Regional Health. Albany's concentration of state government health agencies and academic hospitals also generates sponsorship opportunities, particularly for specialized clinical and public health roles.
What types of healthcare roles typically qualify for Green Card sponsorship in New York?
Registered nurses, physicians, surgeons, physical therapists, occupational therapists, medical laboratory scientists, and healthcare IT specialists are among the roles New York employers most commonly sponsor for permanent residency. Research scientists and clinical pharmacists at academic medical centers frequently qualify under EB-2 National Interest Waiver pathways. Roles requiring state-issued licensure, such as RNs and physicians, typically proceed through PERM labor certification under the EB-3 category.
How do I find healthcare Green Card sponsorship jobs in New York?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship type, so you can search for healthcare roles in New York where employers are actively offering Green Card sponsorship rather than sorting through listings that don't address immigration at all. Migrate Mate covers hospital systems, outpatient clinics, and healthcare research organizations across New York State, making it practical for nurses, physicians, and allied health professionals to identify verified sponsorship opportunities in one place.
Are there any New York-specific considerations for healthcare Green Card sponsorship?
New York State licensure requirements add a layer of planning for internationally trained healthcare workers. Registered nurses educated outside the U.S. must have their credentials evaluated through a CGFNS-approved process before the New York State Education Department will issue a license, and that licensure is typically required before an employer can complete PERM labor certification. Physicians seeking J-1 visa waiver-based sponsorship in New York may also pursue Conrad 30 slots through the New York State Department of Health, which are competitive and limited annually.
What is the prevailing wage for Green Card healthcare jobs in New York?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.