Medical Technologist

Job Title: Medical Technologist

Location: Barnabas Health Corp

Department: Lab RWJSH

Req#: 0000195273

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $46.28 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Under the supervision of the section supervisor, the medical technologist performs all laboratory procedures in a prompt, accurate and reliable manner according to established hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Will be trained to work in at least one other laboratory department. Scheduling in secondary department will be determined by laboratory staffing needs at the discretion of laboratory leadership.

Qualifications:
Required:

• BS Degree in Medical Technology, or related Sciences
• Graduate of an approved school of Medical Technology

Preferred:

• ASCP or equivalent certification

Scheduling Requirements:

• Per Diem
• Day Shift
• Variable Days

Essential Functions:

• Assesses the plausibility of laboratory results through correlation of data with common physiological conditions. Confirms and verifies results through an in-depth knowledge of technique, principle and instruments
• May lecture to Medical Technology interns or resident staff
• Monitors established quality control procedures on analytical tests, equipment, reagents, etc. Evaluate results of quality control and implements corrective action when indicated.
• Operates, calibrates, conducts performance checks and maintains clinical laboratory instruments in section.
• Performs all other appropriate tasks as required in area of responsibility and assignment
• Performs routine and special diagnostic procedures departmentalized from section procedure manual on all blood and body fluids to provide information for diagnosing or combating infectious disease independently under sectional supervision.
• Provides clinical orientation and supervision for students and new or less skilled personnel.
• Recognizes and corrects basic instrument malfunctions. May have to refer serious malfunctions to supervisor.
• Responsible for alerting nurse's station, doctor's office, etc., of all abnormal or life threatening values.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier healthcare destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer