Med Lab Assistant Salary in Rochester, New York

How much does a Med Lab Assistant make in Rochester, NY?

As of March 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Med Lab Assistant in Rochester, NY is $52,600. According to Salary.com, salaries can range from a low of $41,201 to a high of $65,622, with most professionals earning between $46,633 and $59,416.

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What is a Med Lab Assistant?

A Medical Laboratory Assistant is responsible for performing various tasks in a medical laboratory setting, including collecting and processing specimens, preparing and maintaining laboratory equipment, and performing routine laboratory tests. They may also be responsible for entering data into computer systems, maintaining inventory of supplies, and ensuring that the laboratory is clean and organized. Additionally, they may assist medical technologists and pathologists with more complex laboratory procedures and analyses. This role requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.

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What does a Med Lab Assistant do?

Common responsibilities of a Med Lab Assistant

Communicate effectively with healthcare providers and other members of the healthcare team.

September 01, 2023

Provide support to medical technologists and other laboratory staff as needed.

September 09, 2023

Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean and organized work environment.

September 16, 2023

Collect and prepare specimens for analysis, including blood, urine, and other bodily fluids.

October 04, 2023

Record and report test results accurately and in a timely manner.

October 08, 2023

Follow established protocols for specimen handling and storage.

October 28, 2023

Perform routine laboratory tests and procedures under the supervision of a medical technologist or laboratory manager.

November 15, 2023

Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure it is properly calibrated and in working order.

November 18, 2023

Adhere to quality control and quality assurance procedures.

November 20, 2023

Assist with inventory management and ordering of supplies.

November 26, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Med Lab Assistant in Rochester, NY

Average Base Salary

Core compensation

46633

59416

52600

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

46690

59512

52695

What is the average salary for Med Lab Assistant in 2025?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Med Lab Assistant in Rochester, NY. The base salary for Med Lab Assistant ranges from $46,633 to $59,416 with the average base salary of $52,600. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $46,690 to $59,512 with the average total cash compensation of $52,695.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$52,600	$46,633 - $59,416
Bonus	$95	$57 - $96
Total Pay	$52,695	$46,690 - $59,512

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Med Lab Assistant Salary Near Rochester, NY

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Henrietta, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $46,718 - $59,524	COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Buffalo, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $46,269 - $58,953	COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Niagara Falls, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $46,174 - $58,832	COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Clay, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $47,133 - $60,053	COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Syracuse, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $47,133 - $60,053	COMPARE TO Rochester, NY
CITY, STATE Jamestown, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $44,884 - $57,188	COMPARE TO Rochester, NY

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About Rochester, New York

Rochester is at 43°9′56″N 77°36′41″W / 43.16556°N 77.61139°W / 43.16556; -77.61139 (43.165496, −77.611504). The city is about 73 miles (120 km) east-northeast of Buffalo and about 87 miles (140 km) west of Syracuse and Albany, the state capital is 226 miles (360 km) to the east ; it sits on Lake Ontario's southern shore. The Genesee River bisects the city. Toronto, Canada is northwest 168 miles (270 km) and New York City is about 350 miles (560 km) to the southeast. According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 37.1 square miles (96 km2), of which 35.8 square m...

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