Medical Technologist I

Pride Health is hiring a Clinical Laboratory Technologist to support a client's healthcare team in North Bergen, NJ. This is a contract-to-hire position with a minimum 3‑month contract length, offering 40 hours per week across multiple shift options.

Schedule

• Evening Shift: Thursday–Monday, 3:00 PM–11:30 PM
• Night Shift: Thursday–Monday, 11:00 PM–7:30 AM
• Evening Shift: Monday–Friday, 3:00 PM–11:30 PM
• Night Shift: Sunday–Thursday, 11:00 PM–7:30 AM
• Night Shift: Tuesday–Saturday, 11:00 PM–7:30 AM

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex clinical laboratory testing accurately and within established turnaround times.
• Handle, process, and analyze patient specimens according to laboratory procedures.
• Perform Blood Bank and Generalist laboratory duties.
• Review, verify, and release test results in accordance with established protocols.
• Perform quality control testing, instrument calibration, and routine maintenance.
• Monitor test system performance and identify issues that may affect result accuracy.
• Document corrective actions and report testing issues to the supervisor or senior technologist.
• Communicate STAT and critical results to clients according to laboratory procedures.
• Maintain accurate testing records, quality control documentation, and reagent expiration records.
• Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety guidelines.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and participate in training and quality assurance activities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, or Biology, or previously qualified as a Technologist under applicable regulations.
• Minimum of 1 year of clinical laboratory experience in high‑complexity testing required for candidates with a Chemistry or Biology degree.
• Blood Bank and Generalist laboratory experience required.
• Ability to manage multiple testing procedures and prioritize workload effectively.
• Strong attention to detail, documentation, and quality control.
• Good communication and customer service skills.

Credentialing Requirements

• Annual influenza vaccination required.
• Hepatitis B, MMR, and Varicella vaccination documentation required, with applicable declination options for Hepatitis B.
• Tdap and COVID‑19 vaccinations recommended.
• Pre‑employment drug screening required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans)
• Supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity)
• 401(k) retirement savings
• Life and disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Legal support
• Auto, home, and pet insurance
• Employee discounts with preferred vendors