Medical Lab Technician

RWJBarnabas Health; Toms River (NJ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health in New Jersey is seeking a Medical Lab Technician for the Community Medical Center. The role focuses on accurate laboratory testing, instrument maintenance, quality control, and timely result reporting to support patient care.

The position requires an Associate degree in medical technology or qualifying sciences, with ASCP registry preferred. Experience in chemistry, hematology and blood bank is a plus, and the role is hourly with an evening shift.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Associate degree in medical technology or qualifying sciences.
• Registry with ASCP is highly preferred.
• Experience in Chemistry, Hematology and Blood Bank preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, complex, and specialized laboratory testing in areas such as hematology, chemistry, microbiology, immunology, blood bank, coagulation, and urinalysis.
• Analyze, interpret, verify, and report accurate laboratory test results in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Perform and document quality control, quality assurance, and proficiency testing in compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Review specimen integrity and determine acceptability for testing; identify and resolve specimen-related issues.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in medical technology or qualifying sciences

Job description

Job Title: Medical Lab Technician

Location: Community Medical Center

Department Name: Lab CMC Clinical Pathology

Req #: 0000262914

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $39.52 - $50.45 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Medical Lab Technician- Core Lab

At RWJBarnabas Health, Medical Lab Technician become part of a purpose-driven environment where teamwork, innovation, and compassionate care come together to support exceptional patient outcomes. This Medical Lab Technician role offers opportunities for professional growth, supportive collaboration, and a culture committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

As a Medical Lab Technician, you will play a critical role in accurate and timely laboratory testing that supports the diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of patient conditions. You will operate and maintain sophisticated laboratory instrumentation, analyze and verify test results, adhere to quality assurance and regulatory standards, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional patient care.

Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every Medical Lab Technician is encouraged to grow, innovate, and make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of the patients and communities we serve..

A typical day for a Medical Lab Technician may include:

• Perform routine, complex, and specialized laboratory testing in areas such as hematology, chemistry, microbiology, immunology, blood bank, coagulation, and urinalysis.
• Analyze, interpret, verify, and report accurate laboratory test results in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Perform and document quality control, quality assurance, and proficiency testing in compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards.
• Review specimen integrity and determine acceptability for testing; identify and resolve specimen-related issues.
• Follow established laboratory safety protocols, infection prevention practices, and regulatory requirements, including CLIA, CAP, and other applicable standards.
• Utilize the Laboratory Information System (LIS) to accurately enter, review, verify, and report patient test results.
• Maintain accurate documentation of testing, instrument maintenance, quality control activities, and corrective actions.
• Communicate critical values and significant laboratory findings promptly to physicians, nurses, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Assist with troubleshooting technical issues and report equipment malfunctions to the supervisor while initiating service requests as appropriate.
• Maintain adequate inventory of laboratory supplies, reagents, and consumables to support uninterrupted laboratory operations.
• Review patient and specimen information to ensure proper identification and testing requirements are met.
• Apply scientific knowledge, critical thinking, and professional judgment to evaluate test results and recognize abnormal or unexpected findings.
• Collaborate with pathologists, laboratory leadership, and multidisciplinary care teams to support timely and accurate patient diagnosis and treatment.
• Participate in training, competency assessments, process improvement initiatives, and continuing education to support high-quality laboratory services.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant laboratory environment while supporting exceptional patient care through accurate and timely diagnostic testing.

This role might be for you if:

• Clear, professional communication defines how you collaborate with physicians, nurses, and fellow laboratory professionals.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and analytical thinking guide your work every day.
• You remain organized and adaptable while managing a fast-paced clinical laboratory environment.
• Patient safety and delivering accurate, timely laboratory results are your top priorities.
• You enjoy working collaboratively with interdisciplinary care teams to support exceptional patient outcomes.
• Continuous learning, quality improvement, and staying current with laboratory best practices motivate you.
• You take pride in maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance, and diagnostic excellence.

To be considered for this Medical Technologist opportunity, you must:

• Minimum of Associate degree in medical technology or qualifying sciences,
• Knowledge of specialized principles or techniques which would normally be obtained through a formal two-year college/university academic program,
• Registry with a recognized board of registry for MLT / MLS such as American Society of Clinical Pathologists ASCP is highly preferred,
• Experience in Chemistry, Hematology and Blood Bank preferred