Lab Medical Technologist - Stat Lab - 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, test analyses and reporting duties.
• 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

• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of difficult principles, procedures and techniques and the ability to make independent judgements on the basis of scientific knowledge.
• Maintains efficient workflow.
• Recognizes testing errors/discrepancies or problems affecting test results. Either corrects the problem or notifies appropriate supervisor on a timely basis.

Operates instruments and follows protocols

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

Ensures quality control

• 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.
• Performs proficiency testing.
• Calls and documents abnormal, critical or STAT results according to established protocol.
• Correlates test results with diagnosis and/or compares with previous results if available. Recognizes and resolves problems or inconsistencies.

Uses hospital and laboratory information systems

• Demonstrates proficiency in the use of 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.

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 and assists 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.
• Auxiliaries physicians, hospital personnel, patients and general public with pertinent laboratory information.
• Directs questions or problems to appropriate personnel.
• Prepares specimens for dispatch to reference laboratories.
• May assume 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.

Complies with safety 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 as necessary.

Education and Experience

• 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. Required.
• Experience Qualifications: Experience preferred. Recent graduates are welcome and encouraged to apply.

Licenses and Certifications

• Preferred Licenses and Certifications: ASCP - American Society of Clinical Pathologist ASCP certification or eligible Required.

Benefits

Full-time and part-time employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and quality of life. We offer 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. If you are hired at Holy Name, your final base compensation will be determined based on factors such as employment status (Full/Part-Time or Per Diem), skills, education, and/or experience. In addition to those factors – we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider any internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer.

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. This is at the core of who we are and what we do, and we've done it this way across generations, every single day, for nearly 100 years.

Qualifications

At Holy Name, we believe in rewarding every team member with more than a paycheck—we invest in your future and well-being. Full-time and part-time employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and quality of life. We offer 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. If you are hired at Holy Name, your final base compensation will be determined based on factors such as employment status (Full/Part-Time or Per Diem), skills, education, and/or experience. In addition to those factors – we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider any internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer.

Skills

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Benefits

At Holy Name, we believe in rewarding every team member with more than a paycheck—we invest in your future and well-being. Full-time and part-time employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and quality of life. We offer 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. If you are hired at Holy Name, your final base compensation will be determined based on factors such as employment status (Full/Part-Time or Per Diem), skills, education, and/or experience. In addition to those factors – we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider any internal equity of our current team members as a part of any final offer.

Pay

$34.50/hour - $47.00/hour

Schedule

Not specified