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Stony Brook Medicine

Laboratory Aide - Specimen Receiving - Full Time Night Shift (11:00 PM -7:30 AM)

Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook, New York, United States, 11790

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Laboratory Aide – Specimen Receiving – Full Time Night Shift (11:00 PM – 7:30 AM) Apply for the position at Stony Brook Medicine.

Position Summary Laboratory Aides assist technicians and pathologists in a hospital clinical laboratory, a medical research laboratory or in a morgue by performing a variety of semi‑skilled routine tasks and/or clerical duties under direction to assist medical staff in making or confirming diagnosis and to assist research staff in their work.

Duties

Access patient specimens utilizing the computer system and/or manual procedures.

Record data into appropriate accession log books.

Review all patient specimens received for proper labeling to ensure proper patient identification and appropriate sample type and size for the test procedure.

Process and prepare patient specimens for analysis to include centrifugation, measurement of 24‑hour urines, etc.

Answer the telephone to provide information on availability of patient services and specimen collection requirements.

Maintain records of laboratory reports as assigned and perform other clerical related duties.

Learn the computer to obtain pertinent data and to report test results and generate orders, etc.

Provide backup support in laboratory stat service and serve as a runner in transporting specimens.

Adhere to all policies and protocols to ensure quality patient care and maintenance of safety rules and regulations.

Perform inventory control, stock shelves, and other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications Required:

No minimum education or experience requirements.

Preferred:

High School Diploma, Medical Terminology and prior hospital/lab experience preferred. Experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Special Notes Resume/CV should be included with the online application.

Posting Overview The position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (within two weeks of posting).

If within the initial review no candidate is selected, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at least two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note that if no candidate is identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly be reposted at a later date.

Additional Information

Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke‑free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.

All hospital positions may be subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.

This position may require wearing respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.

This function/position may be designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.

Pre‑Employment Requirements

Successfully complete a pre‑employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services.

Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three professional references.

Successfully complete a 4‑panel drug screen.

Meet regulatory requirements for pre‑employment screenings.

Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).

Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.

The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.

EEO Statement Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.

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Anticipated Pay Range The salary range for this position is $36,232.00–$40,807.00 per year. The above salary range represents SBUH’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The specific salary offer will be based on the candidate’s validated years of comparable experience. Any efforts to inflate or misrepresent experience are grounds for disqualification from the application process or termination of employment if hired.

Some positions offer annual supplemental pay such as:

Location pay for UUP, CSEA & PEF full‑time positions ($4,000)

Inconvenience pay/supplemental shift differential ($575)

Official Job Title Laboratory Aide

Job Field Laboratory

Primary Location US‑NY‑Stony Brook

Department / Hiring Area Laboratory – Specimen Receiving

Schedule Full‑time

Posting Start Date Dec 11, 2025

Posting End Date Dec 25, 2025, 11:59:00 PM

Salary $40,807 / year

Salary Grade SG6

SBU Area Stony Brook University Hospital

Seniority Level Entry level

Employment Type Full‑time

Job Function Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

Industries Hospitals and Health Care

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