Medical Technologist

Job Title: Medical Technologist

Location: RWJ - Hamilton

Department Name: Lab RWJHH

Req #: 0000233967

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $47.35 - $47.35 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.

POSITION SUMMARY

Primary Function: 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,

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,

Assists in phlebotomy as needed,

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,

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

One year working experience preferred,

Bachelors or military service equivalent required Graduate from an approved School of Medical Technology or equivalent required,

MT certification from ASCP within 8 months of employment or HEW equivalency required,