Job Title: Medical Technologist

Location: SBC Corporation

Department Name: Lab RWJNB

Req #: 0000226840

Status: Hourly

Shift: Night

Pay Range: $35.00 - $45.94 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 Summary

The Medical Laboratory Scientist MLS, Medical Technologist MT performs a wide range of complex laboratory tests on clinical specimens to support the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease,

This role ensures accurate, reliable, and timely results by applying technical expertise, quality assurance practices, and regulatory compliance standards while collaborating with healthcare providers to deliver high-quality patient care,

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor s Degree in medical technology or related sciences,

One to three years clinical lab experience,

Preferred

ASCP or equivalent certification preferred,

Scheduling Requirements:

Full Time

Night Shift

Rotating holidays and weekends,

Essential Job Functions

Perform complex analytical testing on patient specimens with accuracy, precision, and efficiency under the direction of a pathologist,

Confirm abnormal results, institute appropriate follow-up procedures, and correlate findings with patient history, diagnosis, and prior test results,

Produce reliable diagnostic test results in an efficient manner for both stat and routine specimens,

Evaluate, validate, and implement new laboratory techniques, instruments, and procedures as required,

Analyze blood cells by counting and identifying normal and abnormal cells using microscopic techniques and procedures,

Integrate and correlate data generated across multiple laboratory sections, exercising sound judgment in identifying discrepancies and resolving issues,

Follow proper procedures for reporting and documenting test results, including timely communication of critical values in multiple sections to the medical laboratory

Perform and document quality control testing according to established protocols, interpreting results, taking corrective action, and promptly notifying supervisors when results fall outside acceptable limits,

Maintain all QC, QA, calibration, and maintenance records required by accreditation agencies such as CLIA, CAP, JCAHO, CMS, etc,

Ensure proper functioning of analyzers and laboratory equipment by performing calibration, routine and preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions, and coordinating repairs,

Maintain laboratory supply inventory by monitoring stock levels, anticipating needs, placing and expediting orders, and verifying receipt of supplies,

Adhere to regulatory and safety standards, ensuring accurate specimen handling, identification, and storage,

Collaborate effectively as a team member within the department, fostering positive communication, cooperation, and quality service delivery,

Train and mentor new staff or students as needed, promoting professionalism, lab excellence, continuous learning and adherence to best practices,

Participate in accreditation readiness, audits, and quality improvement initiatives to strengthen laboratory performance,

Perform all other related duties as assigned to support laboratory operations and patient care,