Medical Technologist Extern Per Diem - Hematology / VOLOL Camden

Virtua Health

5d • $30 - $47 • Onsite

About The Position

Under direct supervision, the extern participates in a three month rotation, in each applied clinical area to train, analyze, interpret, and validate Laboratory procedures of various complexities on biological material such as blood, body fluids, and tissues for Virtua customers. This role will interact consistently with the department manager, supervisor, lead tech, and staff.

Requirements

• Basic computer and customer service skills.
• BS in Biology, Chemistry, or other relevant science with at least 24 semester hours of sciences to include six credits of Chemistry, 6 credits of Biology, and additional 12 credits in chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory science in any combination.
• Training in Chemistry/Hematology or Microbiology should be completed in six months not to exceed seven months.

Nice To Haves

• Previous lab experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participates in clinical rotation, training, and competency assessment in applied areas with the intent to perform moderate and high complexity testing accurately and precisely according to established procedure under direct supervision.
• Once fully trained with sign off in a clinical lab area, posts analytically; validates results using established indicators; investigates deviations from the norm; recognizes trends or shifts; and applies corrective action.
• Performs reviews and documents all quality control according to established policies and procedures.
• Performs pre-analytical processes including patient ID, phlebotomy, specimen labeling, specimen verification, receipt and shipment.
• Operates, maintains and troubleshoots laboratory equipment as required.
• Provides outstanding customer service by demonstrating effective and appropriate communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees