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Jamaica Hospital Medical Center—one of America’s 100 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades—is a 384-bed, not-for-profit, fully accredited community teaching hospital serving Queens since 1891, where we started in just a four-bedroom house. Today, we deliver nationally recognized care in cardiology, stroke, oncology, imaging, and emergency medicine, and are New York State’s only Primary Heart Attack Center and the first Comprehensive Stroke Center.

With an expanded Level I Trauma Center, Pediatric Emergency Department, modern maternity services, and over 120,000 ER visits annually, we offer dynamic opportunities for professional growth, impact and clinical excellence. Through our affiliation with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and the upcoming opening of our newly built, state-of-the-art Cancer Center, we continue to expand access to world-class care.

As a safety-net hospital, filling a void for the people in the community, we proudly serve all patients regardless of ability to pay. Join us during this exciting period of growth and help shape the future of healthcare.

Mission: To serve our patients and the community in a way that is second to none. 

Vision: To be the premier integrated healthcare delivery system by providing the highest quality, most cost-effective service, which is accessible and sensitive to all.

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Jamaica Hospital

Clinical Laboratory Assistant – Pathology Department
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center | Queens, NY

Excellence. Compassion. Innovation. Be part of a hospital that’s nationally recognized for clinical distinction and community care.

Jamaica Hospital Medical Center, a major healthcare facility located in Queens, NY, has been ranked among 2024’s Best Hospitals in America and is the proud recipient of the Healthgrades 2024 America’s 100 Best Hospitals Award—placing us in the top 5% of hospitals nationwide for overall clinical excellence.

As the first and only Comprehensive Stroke Center in Queens accredited by the Joint Commission, we are leading the way in advanced care. Our continued expansion includes a modernized Emergency Department and a growing affiliation with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.

We are seeking a Clinical Laboratory Assistant to join our Pathology Department and play a vital role in supporting patient care.

About the Role
The Clinical Laboratory Assistant provides critical support in specimen collection, processing, and clerical duties to ensure smooth laboratory operations. This role requires precision, strong communication, and dedication to patient safety while maintaining excellent customer service.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collect and process specimens including blood, urine, tissue, and stool.
  • Perform phlebotomy with proper patient identification, including newborns and children.
  • Prepare reagents, solutions, and laboratory equipment for use.
  • Operate and maintain microscopes, centrifuges, and other laboratory instruments.
  • Register patients for laboratory procedures and tests.
  • Enter and manage laboratory data, troubleshoot errors, and collate reports.
  • Ensure accurate specimen labeling, handling, and transportation.
  • Perform clerical duties such as answering phones, retrieving/distributing patient records, and managing supply orders.
  • Adhere to safety protocols when handling potentially hazardous materials.

Tagged as: clinical lab asst, phlebotomy

Requirements
  • Qualifications
  • High School Diploma or GED required.
  • Phlebotomy Certificate with at least 2 years of experience, including pediatric and neonatal phlebotomy.
  • Computer proficiency and accurate data entry skills.
  • Ability to type a minimum of 35 words per minute.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and teamwork skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain excellent customer service in a fast-paced environment.

Why Join Jamaica Hospital?

At Jamaica Hospital, you’ll be part of a mission-driven team that combines innovation with compassion to serve one of New York’s most diverse communities. We offer professional growth opportunities, a supportive environment, and the chance to contribute to groundbreaking healthcare initiatives.

Bring your skills, dedication, and passion for patient care to a hospital recognized for excellence in clinical outcomes and innovation.

Location: Jamaica Hospital Medical Center – Queens, NY
Department: Pathology
Position Type: Full-Time
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