Lab Medical Technologist - Microbiology-Per-Diem

A Brief Overview

Performs moderate to high complexity testing.

Evaluates specimens and test orders

• Determines rejections according to established guidelines.
• Maintains and assures positive identity of all patient specimens, specimen types and aliquots throughout the analytical process.
• Stores specimens properly.
• Fulfills other specimen handling and processing tasks.
• Enters/verifies all results completely and accurately.
• Performs and records tests in one or more sections of the Laboratory under the indirect supervision of a section supervisor according to Lab policy.

Supervises personnel

• Meets productivity standards/turnaround time of the department.
• Maintains efficient workflow.
• Recognizes testing errors/discrepancies or problems affecting test results.
• Corrects the problem or notifies appropriate supervisor on a timely basis.

Operates instruments

• Operates all instruments according to accepted written protocols.
• Recognizes and identifies instrument problems, performs trouble shooting and seeks help of proper resources if needed.

Quality Control and Maintenance

• Performs and documents all Quality Control, routine and no-routine maintenance according to established Laboratory protocol.
• Documents all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory’s established performance specifications.

Proficiency Testing

• Ensures that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples.
• Calls and documents abnormal, critical or STAT results according to established protocol.

Correlates Test Results

• Correlates test results with diagnosis and/or compares with previous results if available.
• Recognizes and resolves problems or inconsistencies.

Uses Hospital Information Systems

• Uses the hospital (HIS) and laboratory information systems (LIS) and their application to all aspects of job related functions.
• Recognizes and resolves minor computer problems.
• Notifies LIS manager of problems.

Clean Workplace

• Maintains a clean, neat and orderly workplace.
• Cleans refrigerators, incubators, centrifuges, computer terminal screens and all general laboratory equipment.
• Processes receipt of departmental supplies.
• Labels, records and stores supplies received.
• Reviews quantities and expiration dates of all supplies.
• Maintains inventory as needed for department.

Trains Others

• Participates in orientation, instruction and training of others (new personnel/off-hour staff members and students) as required by department.
• Instructs Nursing personnel, or other health care workers in patient preparation for tests and in obtaining and handling specimens.
• Auxiliary responsibilities may include assisting physicians, hospital personnel, patients and general public with pertinent laboratory information.
• Prepares specimens for dispatch to reference laboratories.

Assists Section Supervisor

• Assumes responsibilities of section supervisors in their absence.
• Informs section supervisor or laboratory administration of problems which affect the safety, function or reputation of the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine or the hospital in a timely and judicious manner.

Standard Precautions and Infection Control

• Understands and practices standard precautions and infection control to protect both self and patient.
• Practices hospital and laboratory safety according to policies and procedures.
• Is familiar with emergency procedures, codes and use of personal protective equipment.

Reports Incidents

• Reports incidents as necessary.

Education Qualifications

• Associate's Degree Medical Technology, Biology, Chemistry or related life Sciences.
• Required or Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology, Biology, Chemistry or related life Sciences.

Experience Qualifications

Experience preferred. Recent graduates are welcome and encouraged to apply.

Licenses and Certifications

• ASCP - American Society of Clinical Pathologist.
• ASCP certification or eligible Required upon hire.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including low-cost medical coverage with generous employer contributions, dental and vision plans, discounted prescriptions, and access to on-site child care.
• Additional benefits include 401(k) matching, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, flexible spending accounts, legal and voluntary coverage options, life insurance, and free on-site parking.

Pay Range

$34.50/hour - $47.00/hour

About the Role

Holy Name is New Jersey's only independent Catholic health system, comprising a 361-bed acute care hospital, a renowned cancer center, a state-of-the-art fitness center, a residential hospice, a prestigious nursing school, and an extensive physician network. Healing at Holy Name goes beyond medicine and technology – it is infused with faith, conviction, compassion, and a commitment to educating the next generation of healthcare professionals through a variety of residency and educational programs. Our mission to provide care for the body, mind, and soul spans education, prevention, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, and overall wellness.