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Medical Technologist, Lab TRMCReq #:0000209631

Category:Laboratory and Medical Technologist

Status:Full-Time

Shift:Day

Facility:RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services

Department:Lab TRMC

Pay Range:$36.35 - $48.29 per hour

Location:

235 Williamson St., Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Job Title: Medical Technologist

Department Name: Lab TRMC

Req #: 0000209631

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $36.35 - $48.29 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:

The Medical Technologist is a Clinical Laboratory healthcare professional who performs complex lab tests that help detect, diagnose, and treat diseases.

Working with advanced instrumentation and biological specimens, the Medical Technologist ensures accurate and timely results to support clinical decision-making.

Qualifications:

Required:

+ Bachelor's degree in Clinical Laboratory Science, or related field

+ Graduation from a NAACLS-accredited MT/CLS training program

+ Proficiency in core lab areas such as hematology, chemistry, microbiology, and immunology

+ Familiarity with automated lab equipment and LIS platforms

Preferred:

+ 1-2 years in a clinical lab preferred, but entry-level candidates with training may be considered

Certifications and Licenses Required:

+ ASCP, AMT, or equivalent national certification

+ State licensure may be mandatory depending on jurisdiction

+ BLS certification may be preferred in hospital settings

Scheduling Requirements:

+ Shift working, 7-3pm

+ Must be able to cover every other weekend and Holidays as needed

+ Full-Time (FT)

Essential Functions:

+ Analyze patient samples for chemical, hematological, microbiological, immunological, and molecular components

+ Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments and analyzers

+ Implement quality control protocols and verify accuracy of results

+ Record test findings in Laboratory Information Systems and communicate critical values promptly

+ Follow standard operating procedures for specimen handling and processing

+ Assist with development and validation of new testing techniques

+ Maintain compliance with regulatory agencies e,g, CLIA, CAP, OSHA

+ Uphold safety, infection control, and confidentiality standards

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care 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.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer