Medical Lab Technician Req #: 0000172876
Category: Laboratory and Medical Technologist
Status: Per Diem
Shift: Evening
Facility: RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services
Department: Lab RWJHH
Location: RWJ - Hamilton, 1 HAMILTON PLACE, HAMILTON, NJ 08690

Job Overview: Processes, performs and results medical diagnostic testing on body fluids by automated and manual methods in a timely manner under the supervision of the senior technologists,

Qualifications:
Required:

Associate degree in a chemical, physical, or biological science or medical laboratory technology from an accredited institution; or high school graduate or equivalent and have successfully completed an official military medical laboratory procedures course and have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist,MLT certification from ASCP within 8 months of employment or equivalent,

Scheduling Requirements:

Per DiemEvening Shift

Essential Functions:

Produces medical diagnostic test results in an efficient and cost effective manner for stat and routine specimens,Maintains, troubleshoots and repairs instruments and lab equipment if possible,Maintains all necessary QC, QA and repair records required by accreditation agencies,Verifies orders from scripts and orders procedures in HIS and LIS,Assists in clerical duties as needed,Assists in the training of new employees and students,Segregates laboratory wastes according to established policies,Works on special projects as requested by Director,Applies the knowledge and skills necessary to assess data reflective of each patient's status and provide acre appropriate to the age of the patient served: infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric,

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

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer