Medical Technologist- Stem Cell Lab

Job Title: Medical Technologist- Stem Cell Lab
Location: New Brunswick, NJ
Req#: 0000139098
Status: Full Time
Shift: Day
Department name: Lab RWJNB

Job Overview: Clinical laboratory personnel, as members of the health care delivery team, are responsible for assuring reliable and accurate laboratory test results, which contribute to the diagnosis, treatment, prognosis, and prevention of physiological and pathological conditions in humans. Quality clinical laboratory testing is evidenced by performing the correct test, on the right person, at the right time, producing accurate test results, with the best outcome, in the most cost-effective manner.

Qualifications:
Required:

• BA/BS Degree in Medical Technology and /or related science.
• Must be detail oriented and able to work in a high stress high throughput technical environment.
• Must be able to work independently after training and be able to troubleshoot problems.
• Requires some patient contact

Preferred:

• ASCP or NCA certification preferred.
• Stem Cell Laboratory experience preferred; If not recent Blood Bank experience preferred

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full Time
• Day Shift
• 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM
• Position requiring flexible work hours.
• Requires weekend hours and weekend on-call.
• Occasional evening/night hours

Essential Functions:

• Provides quality cellular therapy services. Effectively communicates information, utilizes resources and manages staff and services. Coordinates operations with other parts of the Blood and Marrow Transplant Program and other programs utilizing cellular therapy services. Performs cellular therapy technical work.

• Demonstrates a clear understanding and working knowledge of HPC (Stem Cell) processing, testing and cryopreservation processes as evidenced by the ability to perform procedures as outline in the SOP manual without technical errors. Is able to perform these HPC technical laboratory procedures independently or with minimal supervision.

• Demonstrates a clear understanding and working knowledge of HPC (Stem Cell) thawing, washing (if applicable) and infusion processes as evidenced by the ability to perform procedures as outlined in the SOP manual without technical errors. Is able to perform these HPC technical laboratory procedures independently or with minimal supervision.

Benefits and Perks

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer