Instructional Support Assistant, Microbiology Lab - Per Diem

Position Summary

At Stony Brook Medicine, a TH Instructional Support Assistant is a valuable member of our team, providing administrative and executive support and interfacing with all levels of management throughout the hospital. Qualified candidates will demonstrate superior patient care and possess outstanding communication skills while adhering to our high standard of excellence.

Duties

• Assist with the regulatory mandated inventory control process.
• Promptly bring issues related to lot numbers, shipments, and reagent expiration dates to the attention of an SL-4, Clinical Laboratory Technologist Bench Supervisor or a Senior Clinical Laboratory Technologist.
• Load and unload blood culture bottles under the supervision of an SL 4 Clinical Lab Tech Bench Supervisor or a Senior Clinical Lab Tech.
• Responsible for laboratory upkeep, including filing, stocking shelves, work benches, and other clerical duties.
• Maintain record of laboratory reports such as temperature charts, eye washes, and maintenance logs per regulatory standards.
• Serve as a runner in transporting specimens within departments.
• Adhere to all policies and protocols to ensure quality patient care and maintain safety rules and HIPAA, NYS-DOH, and Joint Commission regulations.

Qualifications

• Two years of college credit in a healthcare related field of study.
• Prior clinical laboratory experience preferred.
• Prior experience in an academic medical center preferred.
• Currently enrolled in an accredited Clinical Laboratory Science (CLS) program.

Special Notes

A resume/CV should be included with the online application.

Posting Overview: This 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 on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date). If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.

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 the wearing of 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 to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.

Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements: Successfully complete 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 (3) 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.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number in your paycheck. SBUH provides generous leave, health plans, and state pension that add to your bottom line.

Primary Location: US-NY-Stony Brook
Hiring Area: Microbiology Lab
Schedule: Per Diem
Posting Start Date: May 4, 2026
Posting End Date: August 2, 2026, 11:59:00 PM
Salary Grade: SL1