Medical Technologist I

Iconma Portal•North Bergen, NJ

About The Position

The Medical Technologist I performs routine and non-routine laboratory testing and reports results, including moderately difficult to complex tasks. The role performs analytical testing accurately, precisely, and on time; handles and processes specimens; analyzes and reviews test results; and maintains complete records of testing performed on-site. The technologist follows laboratory procedures and applicable CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, safety, and quality-control requirements, and reports STAT or critical results according to department procedures. The position identifies and addresses issues that may affect test performance or result reporting, documents corrective actions and quality-control activities, and maintains instruments, records, reagents, and the general appearance of the department. It also involves answering questions from customers or laboratory personnel when applicable, reviewing and training on new procedures, attending department and educational meetings, participating in safety training, and potentially supporting regulatory inspections. Other duties may be assigned by the supervisor. Training will take place at Hackensack University Medical Center in Hackensack, New Jersey, for approximately one month, followed by a transition to Palisades Medical Center. Blood bank and generalist experience are required.

Requirements

BS in Medical Technology; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology; or previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493.1433, published March 14, 1990.
Blood bank and generalist experience.
For candidates with a BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, at least one year of clinical laboratory experience in highly complex testing.
Ability to establish work priorities and handle several procedures simultaneously.
Ability to interact with other departments.
Good customer service skills; contact with clients may be required.
Ability to protect patient confidentiality at all times.
Drug panel must include cocaine, amphetamines, opiates, 6-monoacetylmorphine, oxycodones/oxymorphones, PCP, barbiturates, benzodiazepines, buprenorphine, methadone, and MDMA.

Nice To Haves

One year of clinical experience in high-complexity testing is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform routine and non-routine laboratory testing, including moderately difficult to complex tasks, accurately, precisely, and in a timely manner.
Follow procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting, and maintaining patient test-result records.
Test proficiency samples in the same manner as patient specimens and maintain supporting records.
Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures and review and release test results.
Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, safety, and laboratory quality-control policies and guidelines.
Document quality-control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance performed.
Follow established procedures when test systems are outside acceptable performance levels; identify and address problems or notify the senior technologist or supervisor promptly.
Document corrective actions when test systems deviate from established performance specifications.
Report STAT or critical results to clients according to department procedures.
Answer questions from customers or other laboratory personnel when applicable.
Maintain complete records of on-site testing and maintain the department's general appearance.
Ensure reagents and test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and opened dates when applicable.
Review and train on new procedures, attend department and educational meetings, and participate in safety training.
Know the location and contents of the safety manual and the location and use of applicable safety equipment.
Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections if needed.
Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor.