Medical Technologist

Job Title:Medical Technologist

Location:Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Department Name:Lab NBI

Req #:0000206235

Status:per hour

Shift:Evening

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:

This position performs the examination of and test performance in the Core Laboratory on human specimens for purposes
of obtaining information for the diagnosis, treatment and monitoring of patients.
This position performs moderate to high complexity testing utilizing manual methods, semi-automated and automated clinical analyzers in the areas of Chemistry, Hematology, Blood Bank, Stat lab and basic Microbiology. The testing personnel utilizes the Laboratory Information System.

Qualification

Required:

Preferred:

Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):

• N/A

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

• Full-Time
• Evening
• 37.5 Hour Work Week

Essential Functions:

Adheres to quality control policies in the Core Laboratory, documents all QC activity and corrective action.

Demonstrates willingness and flexibility in accepting schedule / assignments. Demonstrates ability to maintain skill level in all areas of the Core Laboratory on a continuous basis.

Determines acceptability of specimens; resolves discrepancies.

Ensures the minimum test turnaround time is met to achieve results inaccordance with hospital policies.

Maintains an adequate inventory of supplies / reagents/ blood ensuring appropriate patient testing is possible.

Maintains equipment in the Core Laboratory in good operating condition includes scheduled maintenance, troubleshooting and ensuring specimen processing during instrument downtime; maintains documentation of the same.

Maintains positive identification of specimens throughout specimen processing and testing.

Participates in the evaluation and correlation of new procedures.

Performs assays of biological specimens according to established policies and procedures; utilizing instruments, equipment, reagent and techniques in the Blood Bank.

Periodically reviews policy/procedure manuals to ensure compliance; maintains current knowledge of procedures; participates in training of new employees.

Responsible of checking and recording of temperatures

Benefits and Perks:

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

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer