Medical Technologist

CentraState Healthcare System • Freehold, NJ

7d • $33 - $53 • Onsite

About The Position

CentraState Medical Center, an acute-care hospital located in Freehold, New Jersey, is currently seeking a Full-Time Medical Technologist, Day Shift.
The Medical Technologist performs routine laboratory procedures using computerized instrumentation and manual methods. This role also coordinates the day-to-day operations of the laboratory section/shift.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological, or clinical laboratory science or medical technology from an accredited institution required.
• Strong professional, organizational, and interpersonal skills to effectively relate with all members of the healthcare team.
• Strong computer skills.
• Knowledge of LIS.

Nice To Haves

• Previous medical technologist experience preferred.
• ASCP registration preferred.
• HEW registration preferred.
• NCA registration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs laboratory testing of blood and body fluid specimens using automated analyzers, as well as manual methods, accurately and according to lab procedure manuals.
• Reports tests accurately, within timed guidelines, and according to lab procedure manuals.
• Consistently verifies critical results and follows critical value policy, including proper documentation.
• Enters results accurately in computer.
• Utilizes logs, reports, etc to research computer issues.
• Performs venipuncture and skin puncture collections.
• Performs quality control testing on all laboratory reagents.
• Accurately assesses quality control results and takes appropriate action regarding out-of-range results.
• Properly documents QC results in computer and/or log sheets with corrective action taken.
• Maintains Laboratory instrumentation according to manufacturer's operation manuals and lab procedure manuals.
• Performs maintenance on time according to defined schedule.
• Recognizes equipment malfunctions and takes appropriate steps to correct problems.
• Accurately calibrates equipment.
• Trains students and new employees. Trains according to checklists, and within given timeframes. Approves/Signs new employees as successfully completing training.
• Provides professional and technical guidance to Medical Laboratory Technicians, assistant lab techs, and phlebotomists.
• Performs departmental inventory when needed.
• Completes work before end of shift, including resolving outstanding specimens.
• Fulfills requirements of Career Ladder I/II.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (30 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• 401(a) Retirement Plan with employer contribution
• PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Well-Being Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Coverage, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
• Growth Opportunity and Workforce Development Initiatives
• Continuing Education / Onsite Training
• A warm, welcoming company culture based upon mutual respect and a collaborative goal of providing excellent patient care
• Concierge Services with Work & Family Benefits
• Magnet recognized healthcare facility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level