Job Title: Medical Technologist, Senior
Location: Hamilton, NJ
Req#: 0000110798
Status: Part Time
Shift: Day
Department name: Lab RWJHH
Job Overview: The Senior Medical Technologist will assume responsibility for procedural and system controls, problem-solving, teaching and supervision of the department. Acts as coach/ cheerleader in the department in building consensus and staff motivation to exceeding departmental and hospital goals. Produces accurate medical diagnostic test results, manually and with instrumentation within departmental timelines in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
Qualifications:
Required:
Preferred:
Scheduling Requirements:
Essential Functions:
Assumes responsibility for procedural and system controls, problem-solving, teaching and supervision of the department.
Acts as coach/ cheerleader in the department in building consensus and staff motivation to exceeding departmental and hospital goals.
Produces accurate medical diagnostic test results, manually and with instrumentation within departmental timelines in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
ED TAT a minimum of 70 percent of the selected tests reported < 60 minutes from order to result.
ICU TAT a minimum of 90 percent of the selected tests reported < 90 minutes from receipt to result.
Monitors test results for unusual, abnormal or unreasonable results and performs confirmatory testing and troubleshooting per departmental procedures and best practices with directorial oversight.
Maintains cross-training competency in at-least two departments: chemistry, hematology, blood bank or microbiology and completes annual competency assessments and assigned proficiency testing within departmental timelines.
Performs repairs, maintenance, preventive maintenance and troubleshooting on lab instruments and equipment with directorial oversight per departmental and manufacturers specifications.
Acts as key operator for equipment as needed.
Reviews, updates and corrects all QC, QA, PM and repair records required by accreditation agencies CAP, AABB, JC and State of New Jersey/ to insure full compliance , accreditation and minimal deficiencies cited during inspections.
Less than 2 phase II deficiencies per department.
Assumes the lead on PI, special projects and test validations to improve TAT, expand test menu and grow outpatient business.
Provides backup coverage for the Director for reagent and supply ordering, repairs and staffing coverage.
Less than 3 rush orders per month.
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.
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
RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer
