Medical Technologist, Genomics

Medical Technologist, Genomics

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It's also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

Performs clinical laboratory tests to support patient care. Utilizes a variety of molecular techniques, instrumentation, and disciplines related to NGS and other molecular procedures. Performs laboratory quality control and assurance activities.

A day in the life of a Medical Technologist, Genomics at Hackensack Meridian Health includes:

• Performs a variety of laboratory techniques and utilizes analytic instrumentation, such as next genetic sequencing, real time PCR, extraction and fragment analysis.
• Participates in evaluation of new laboratory processes and validation of these procedures.
• Adheres to industry and government standards regarding safe handling of biohazardous and other hazardous materials.
• Adheres to Clinical Laboratory regulations including CAP, CLIA and state regulations.
• Performs calibration and maintenance of analytical instrumentation.
• Maintains laboratory records, archives, assay protocols and sample or specimen repository sufficient to pass regulatory oversight including CAP and FDA.
• Trains subordinate clinical laboratory scientists and laboratory associates when completion of training and competency is documented.
• Produces accurate medical diagnostic test results according to established procedures. Monitors test results for unusual or absurd results.
• Produces medical diagnostic test results in a timely and efficient manner. Appropriately prioritizes specimens. Consistently completes work within expected time frames for volume and patient mix. Seeks additional assignments when work is completed.
• Performs and documents quality control according to established protocols. Make judgments concerning the results of quality control procedures and institutes proper measures to maintain accuracy and precision. Resolves QC discrepancies and documents corrective action.
• Performs and documents troubleshooting and preventative maintenance of equipment according to established assignments, schedules, and protocols. Informs supervisor of equipment problems requiring special attention.
• Organizes work effectively. Effectively communicates with co-workers and insures smooth transition during coverage of breaks and during shift change. Supports teamwork by assisting co-workers in other lab departments in meeting laboratory turn around times.
• Utilizes equipment, time, supplies, phone, and other hospital resources in a cost effective manner. Notifies supervisor when supplies are low or lot number is changing.
• Exercises sound judgment relating to patient care and laboratory operational issues. Recognizes test results or situations that should be brought to a supervisors attention. Attempts to independently solve problems before turning them over to a supervisor.
• Correlates laboratory findings with disease processes. Integrates and relates data generated by various laboratory departments and makes judgment regarding possible discrepancies.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH's Organizational and Managerial competencies and standards of behavior.
• Lifts a minimum of 5 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 5 lbs. and stands a minimum of 1 hours a day.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Bachelor's degree in a natural sciences field.
• Three (3) years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Molecular biology experience; or either ASCP Molecular Biology (MB) or ASCP Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) eligible.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

• Five (5) years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses and Certifications Preferred:

• ASCP certification in Molecular Biology.
• ASCP certification Medical Laboratory Scientist.

Compensation Minimum rate of $40.28 Hourly HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. The starting rate of pay is provided for informational purposes only and is not a guarantee of a specific offer. Posted hourly rates may be stated as an annual salary in the offer and posted annual salaries may be stated as an hourly rate in the offer, depending on the level and nature of the job duties and credentials of the candidate. The base compensation determined at the time of the offer may be different than the posted rate of pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors, including but not limited to:

• Labor Market Data: Compensation is benchmarked against market data to ensure competitiveness.
• Experience: Years of relevant work experience.
• Education and Certifications: Level of education attained, including specialized certifications, credentials, completed apprenticeship programs or advanced training.
• Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in relevant skills and competencies.
• Geographic Location: Cost of living and market rates for the specific location.
• Internal Equity: Compensation is determined in a manner consistent with compensation ranges for similar roles within the organization.
• Budget and Grant Funding: Departmental budgets and any grant funding associated with the job position may impact the pay that can be offered.

Some jobs may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions not reflected in the starting rate. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials for work performed on evening, night, or weekend shifts. In addition to our compensation for full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) job positions, HMH offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits.

HACKENSACK MERIDIAN HEALTH (HMH) IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, refusal to submit to a genetic test or make available to an employer the results of a genetic test, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, national origin, nationality, ancestry, disability, marital status, liability for military service, or status as a protected veteran.