• Medical Technician l

    MTA (Brooklyn, NY)


    Medical Technician l

     

    Job ID: 13759

     

    Business Unit: MTA Headquarters

     

    Regular/Temporary: Regular

     

    Department: Occupational Health Services

     

    Date Posted: Nov 14, 2025

    Description

    JOB TITLE:

    Medical Technician I

    DEPT/DIV:

    Occupational Health Services

    WORK LOCATION:

    2556 McDonald Ave, Brooklyn, NY

    FULL/PART-TIME

    FUL L

    SALARY RANGE:

    $58,072 - $60,975

    DEADLINE:

    Until filled

    Opening:

    The Metropolitan Transportation Authority is North America's largest transportation network, serving a population of 15.3 million people across a 5,000-square-mile travel area surrounding New York City, Long Island, southeastern New York State, and Connecticut. The MTA network comprises the nation’s largest bus fleet and more subway and commuter rail cars than all other U.S. transit systems combined. MTA strives to provide a safe and reliable commute, excellent customer service, and rewarding opportunities.

    Position Objective:

    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. (NYCT, 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.).

    + Other duties as assigned.

    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.

    Required Education and Experience:

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

    + Minimum three (3) three years’ experience as a Medical Assistant, Medical Technician, or related field.

    + Phlebotomy skills required.

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

    The F ollowing is/are preferred:

    + 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.

     

    Other Information

     

    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 .

     

    According 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 those concerning veteran status and individuals with disabilities.

     

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