Medical Technologist I

Cynet Systems•North Bergen, NJ

14d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for performing routine and non-routine laboratory testing activities and reporting results. Performs moderately difficult to complex tasks and assigned analytical testing procedures accurately, precisely, and in a timely manner. The role requires Blood Bank and Generalist experience. Training will take place at a facility in Hackensack, New Jersey, for approximately one month, followed by a transition to the primary facility in North Bergen, New Jersey.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology; or a BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology; or prior qualification as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493.1433, published March 14, 1990.
At least one year of clinical laboratory experience in high-complexity testing is preferred; at least one year is required for candidates with a BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology.
Blood Bank and Generalist experience.
Ability to establish work priorities and handle several procedures simultaneously.
Ability to communicate effectively and interact with other departments.
Strong customer service skills for potential client contact.
Protect patient confidentiality at all times.
Annual influenza vaccination required.
Hepatitis B vaccination required, either through an accepted vaccine series or a completed declination form.
MMR (Mumps, Rubella, Rubeola) vaccination required.
Varicella vaccination required.
Complete the required drug screening panel: Cocaine, Amphetamines, Opiates, 6-Monoacetylmorphine, Oxycodones/Oxymorphones, PCP, Barbiturates, Benzodiazepines, Buprenorphine, Methadone, and MDMA.

Nice To Haves

Tdap vaccination is recommended.
COVID-19 vaccination is recommended.

Responsibilities

Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining patient test-result records.
Maintain records demonstrating proficiency-testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures and departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Review and release test results.
Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and applicable safety guidelines.
Follow laboratory quality-control policies and document quality-control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations, and maintenance.
Follow established policies and procedures when test systems are outside acceptable performance levels.
Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting; correct them or promptly notify the senior technologist or supervisor.
Document corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from established performance specifications.
Report STAT or critical results to clients according to departmental procedures.
Answer questions from customers or other laboratory personnel, if applicable.
Maintain complete records of all testing performed on-site and maintain the department's general appearance.
Ensure reagents and test kits are labeled with received dates, expiration dates, and, when applicable, opened dates.
Review and train on new procedures.
Attend monthly department meetings and additional training or educational meetings.
Participate in applicable 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 when needed.
Perform other duties as directed by the supervisor.