Medical Technologist

Job Title: Medical Technologist

Location: RWJ - New Brunswick

Department Name: Lab RWJNB

Req #: 0000256091

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $40.79 - $52.03 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Medical Technologist

At RWJBarnabas Health, Medical Technologists become part of a purpose-driven environment where teamwork, innovation, and compassionate care come together to support exceptional patient outcomes. This Medical Technologist role offers opportunities for professional growth, supportive collaboration, and a culture committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

As a Medical Technologist, you will play a critical role in accurate and timely laboratory testing that supports the diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of patient conditions. You will operate and maintain sophisticated laboratory instrumentation, analyze and verify test results, adhere to quality assurance and regulatory standards, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional patient care.

Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every Medical Technologist is encouraged to grow, innovate, and make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of the patients and communities we serve..

A typical day for a Medical Technologist may include:

• Perform complex analytical testing on patient specimens with accuracy, precision, and efficiency under the direction of a pathologist,
• Confirm abnormal results, institute appropriate follow-up procedures, and correlate findings with patient history, diagnosis, and prior test results,
• Produce reliable diagnostic test results in an efficient manner for both stat and routine specimens,
• Evaluate, validate, and implement new laboratory techniques, instruments, and procedures as required,
• Analyze blood cells by counting and identifying normal and abnormal cells using microscopic techniques and procedures,
• Integrate and correlate data generated across multiple laboratory sections, exercising sound judgment in identifying discrepancies and resolving issues,
• Follow proper procedures for reporting and documenting test results, including timely communication of critical values,
• Perform and document quality control testing according to established protocols, interpreting results, taking corrective action, and promptly notifying supervisors when results fall outside acceptable limits,
• Maintain all QC, QA, calibration, and maintenance records required by accreditation agencies such as CLIA, CAP, JCAHO, CMS, etc,
• Ensure proper functioning of analyzers and laboratory equipment by performing calibration, routine and preventive maintenance, troubleshooting malfunctions, and coordinating repairs,
• Maintain laboratory supply inventory by monitoring stock levels
• Adhere to regulatory and safety standards, ensuring accurate specimen handling, identification, and storage,
• Collaborate effectively as a team member within the department, fostering positive communication, cooperation, and quality service delivery,
• Train and mentor new staff or students as needed, promoting professionalism, lab excellence, continuous learning and adherence to best practices,
• Participate in accreditation readiness, audits, and quality improvement initiatives to strengthen laboratory performance,
• Perform all other related duties as assigned to support laboratory operations and patient care,

This role might be for you if:

• Clear, professional communication defines how you collaborate with physicians, nurses, and fellow laboratory professionals.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and analytical thinking guide your work every day.
• You remain organized and adaptable while managing a fast-paced clinical laboratory environment.
• Patient safety and delivering accurate, timely laboratory results are your top priorities.
• You enjoy working collaboratively with interdisciplinary care teams to support exceptional patient outcomes.
• Continuous learning, quality improvement, and staying current with laboratory best practices motivate you.
• You take pride in maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance, and diagnostic excellence.

To be considered for this Medical Technologist opportunity, you must:

• Bachelor s degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Microbiology, or related field required,
• Certification as a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist by ASCP MLS-ASCP or MT-ASCP or equivalent preferred,
• Two to three years clinical lab experience required