• Medical Technician l

    MTA (New York, NY)


    Medical Technician l

     

    Job ID: 11771

     

    Business Unit: MTA Headquarters

     

    Regular/Temporary: Regular

     

    Department: Occupational Health Services

     

    Date Posted: May 16, 2025

    Description

    JOB TITLE: Medical Technician I

    SALARY RANGE: $52,000-$54,000

    HAY POINTS: 301

    DEPT/DIV: Occupational Health Services (OHS)

     

    SUPERVISOR: Manager, Laboratory Services

     

    SCHEDULE: 8:30am – 4:30pm

    SUMMARY:

    This position is responsible for administering drug, alcohol, and saliva tests to all employees and pre-employment candidates as required under the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) and Federal Transit Administration (FTA), New York City Transit, Long Island Railroad, and Metro North Railroad policies and guidelines.

    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    + Collect specimens for drug, alcohol, and saliva tests

    + Perform daily calibrations of all equipment used for testing

    + Collect blood specimens as needed

    + Perform data entry on all collections obtained

    + Stock work area with supplies as needed

    + Perform daily audits on all data entries

    + Provide daily Lab Activity Reports to immediate supervisor

    + Provide testimony and/or affidavits for hearings and trials

    + Interact with Designated Employer Representatives (DERs), Medical Review Officers (MROs), and Physicians.

    + Performs diagnostic tests (audio tests, EKGs, spirometry, etc.)

    + Perform other duties as required

    KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES:

    + Must have knowledge of DOT 49 CFR Part 40 regulations.

    + Proficiency in and/or ability to learn communication and interpersonal skills.

    + Proficiency in and/or ability to learn organizational and presentation skills.

    + Proficiency in and/or ability to learn to work with all internal levels within a given organization.

    + Proficiency in and/or ability to learn to communicate and interact well with external agencies.

    + Proficiency in and/or ability to learn completing short- and long-term projects effectively and as efficiently as possible.

    + Proficiency in and/or ability to learn analytical and/or quantitative skills.

    + Demonstrated proficiency in or ability to learn Microsoft Office Suite or comparable applications, i.e., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

    EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

    + A four-year high school diploma or its educational equivalent (GED) approved by a State's Department of Education or recognized accredited organization.

    + Requires a minimum of three (3) years' experience as a Medical Assistant, Medical Technician, or related field.

    + Phlebotomy skills required.

    + Knowledge of DOT/FRA and FTA regulations and collections.

    PREFFERED:

    + Associate’s degree in a related field.

    + Attainment of or in the process of attaining specific functional licenses or certifications in area of specialty if applicable.

    + Familiarity with the MTA’s policies and procedures.

    + Familiarity with the MTA’s collective bargaining procedures.

    GENERAL:

    + May need to work outside of normal work hours (i.e. evenings and weekends)

    + Travel may be required to other MTA locations or other external sites

    OTHER INFORMATION:

    Pursuant to the New York State Public Officers Law & the MTA Code of Ethics, all employees who hold a policymaking position must file an Annual Statement of Financial Disclosure (FDS) with the NYS Commission on Ethics and Lobbying in Government (the “Commission”).

     

    Equal Employment Opportunity

     

    MTA and its subsidiary and affiliated agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers, including with respect to veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

     

    The MTA encourages qualified applicants from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and abilities, including military service members, to apply.