Medical Laboratory Scientist, Per Diem Blood Bank, CMC

Atlantic Health System•Pequannock Township, NJ

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Under supervision of a CLIA General Supervisor, the Medical Laboratory Scientist processes specimens, performs high/moderate complexity testing, troubleshoots issues and reports accurate results. Ensures compliance with regulatory standards, maintaining quality control, and collaborates with various teams to support patient care and workflow efficiency. At Atlantic Health System, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities, will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 20,000 team members. Headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include: Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ Atlantic Home Care and Hospice Atlantic Mobile Health Atlantic Rehabilitation We also have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group. Atlantic Accountable Care Organization is one of the largest ACOs in the nation, and we are a member of AllSpire Health Partners. Located in Pompton Plains, New Jersey, Chilton Medical Center has been ranked the top mid-sized hospital in NJ for six years in a row, according to Castle Connolly. The Leapfrog Group gave us an "A" Hospital Safety Grade and we've received the Lifeline Bronze Receiving Quality Achievement Award from the American Heart Association. In addition, The Joint Commission recognized us as a Primary Stroke Center. We were awarded the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association’s Get With The Guidelines®-Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award with Target: Stroke Honor Roll Elite. We achieved Magnet® recognition from the American Nurses Credentialing Center. ANCC’s Magnet Recognition Program® identifies superior quality in nursing care and is the highest national honor for nursing excellence.

Responsibilities

Specimen Processing and Accessioning: Evaluates specimens and test orders for acceptability and accepts or rejects according to established guidelines.
Specimen Testing: Follows approved standard operating procedures.
Result Reporting: Exhibits technical judgment by correlating test results with diagnosis and previous results as applicable.
Computer Skills: Demonstrates proficiency in the use of HIS and LIS software systems in all job-related functions.
Equipment Operation: Operates, maintains and troubleshoots all technical equipment according to approved standard operating procedures.
Quality Control: Follows quality control policies, documents all related activities, and maintains records of instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance.
Proficiency Testing: Participates in proficiency testing, as assigned and ensures samples are treated the same as patient samples.
Inventory Management: Manage inventory by rotating stock and checking supply expiration dates to ensure availability and compliance.
Training: Assists with training of team members and students.
Safety: Demonstrates knowledge and practice of all Atlantic Health and department safety procedures.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
Life & AD&D Insurance.
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
PTO & Paid Sick Leave
Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
Backup and On-Site Childcare
Well-Being Rewards
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance