Medical Laboratory Technologist - Per Diem

BioReference; Elmwood Park (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

BioReference Laboratories is seeking a Medical Technologist in Elmwood Park, NJ to perform laboratory procedures promptly and accurately according to company policies. The role includes routine and STAT testing, QC documentation, equipment maintenance, calibration reviews, and adherence to safety standards.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or related life science and state licensure, with ability to work independently and communicate with supervision.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology, or related life science.
• Florida State Licensure
• Ability to pass visual discrimination assessment

Responsibilities

• Maintain standards in routine & STAT testing.
• Complete work in a timely manner.
• Write legibly when documenting QC, problems or information.
• Maintain a clean & safe work environment.
• Review communication logs.
• Prepare for shift by gathering needed supplies, e.g. reagents plates.
• Perform and document required maintenance on equipment.
• Review calibration & QC prior to testing/resulting.
• Perform calibrations and quality control as needed.
• Review results before releasing.
• Review pendings at the end of shift.
• Follow repeat protocol.
• Review Check Sheets.
• Perform duties in independent manner with no direct supervision required.

Skills

visual discrimination

Education

BS in Medical Technology/related life science

Job description

Position Summary

The Medical Technologist performs all laboratory procedures in a prompt, accurate, and reliable manner according to established company and departmental policies and procedures.

Position Summary

The Medical Technologist performs all laboratory procedures in a prompt, accurate, and reliable manner according to established company and departmental policies and procedures.

Position Responsibilities

Duties may include but are not necessarily limited to the following:

• Maintain standards in routine & STAT testing.


• Complete work in a timely manner.


• Write legibly when documenting QC, problems or information.


• Maintain a clean & safe work environment.


• Review communication logs.


• Prepare for shift by gathering needed supplies, i.e. reagents plates.


• Perform and document required maintenance on equipment.


• Review calibration & QC prior to testing/resulting.


• Perform calibrations and quality control as needed.


• Review results before releasing.


• Review pendings at the end of shift.


• Follow repeat protocol.


• Review Check Sheets.


• Perform duties in independent manner with no direct supervision required.


• Inform supervisor of supply inventory.


• Understand all laboratory policies and procedures.


• Date and initial reagents that are put \"in use\".


• Can identify at least one location of a fire extinguisher.


• Can read and interpret a curve.


• Can read and understand a Levy-Jennings Chart.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology, or Related life Science.


• Florida State Licensure


• Ability to pass visual discrimination assessment

Work Environment

• Medium work of lifting up to 50 pounds and/or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds.


• Responsible for lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling objects.

BioReference Laboratories is an Equal Opportunity Employer