Medical Technician

RWJBarnabas Health; Long Branch (NJ); On-site; USD 99,628,000 - 129,246,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical and Prescription DrugInsurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits (Pet Insurance)

Discounts Through Partners

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Medical Technician at Monmouth Medical Center in Long Branch, NJ. The role supports the Lab MMC Clinical Pathology department with evening shifts and high-complexity testing across multiple disciplines.

Requirements include a relevant bachelor’s degree, possible ASCP/AMT certification, and 1–3 years in similar testing. The position emphasizes QA/QC, instrument calibration, and mentoring junior staff within a team-driven environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science, biology, or related field is required.
• Certification by ASCP or AMT as MT/MLS is preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience performing moderate to high complexity testing is preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of complex laboratory testing methodologies and instrumentation.
• Strong ability to analyze and validate laboratory results and ensure QA/QC.
• Ability to train and mentor junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-complexity testing across assigned laboratory disciplines.
• Interpret and validate test results prior to release.
• Calibrate and maintain instruments with advanced procedures.
• Investigate abnormal results and determine root cause.
• Develop and monitor quality control and quality assurance processes.
• Review and update standard operating procedures.
• Train and mentor junior staff and students.
• Maintain inventory and proper storage of materials.
• Handle and dispose reagents and waste per safety standards.
• Carry out other duties and projects as assigned.
• Adhere to RWJBH organizational competencies and standards of behavior.

Skills

Advanced problem-solving

Training & mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science, biology, or related field

Job description

Req #: 0000267993

Category: Laboratory

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Evening

Facility: Monmouth Medical Center

Department: Lab MMC Clinical Pathology

Pay Range: $34.75 - $45.06 per hour

Location: 300 SECOND AVE, LONG BRANCH, NJ 07740

Job Title: Medical Technician

Location: Monmouth Medical Center

Department Name: Lab MMC Clinical Pathology

Req #: 0000267993

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $34.75 - $45.06 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.

Clinical Laboratory Scientist performs and monitors complex diagnostic laboratory testing to support clinical decision-making and ensures compliance with regulatory standards, This role applies advanced technical expertise to analyze results and maintain high-performance laboratory operations,

• 1,Performs high-complexity testing across assigned laboratory disciplines,
• 2,Interprets and validates test results prior to release,
• Performs advanced instrument calibration and maintenance procedures,
• Investigates abnormal or inconsistent test results and determines root cause,
• Develops and monitors quality control and quality assurance processes,
• Reviews and updates standard operating procedures,
• 7,Trains and mentors junior laboratory staff and students,
• 8, Maintains inventory and appropriate storage conditions,
• 9, Handles and disposes reagents, chemical, and medical waste according to institutional and regulatory safety standards,
• 10, Other duties and/or projects as assigned,
• 11, Adheres to RWJBH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior,

Job Requirements

• Bachelors degree in medical laboratory science, biology, or a related field,
• Certification by ASCP or AMT as a Medical Technologist (MT) or Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) preferred,
• Preferred : 1-3 years of experience performing moderate to high complexity laboratory testing,
• Advanced knowledge of complex laboratory testing methodologies,
• Advanced skill in instrument calibration and maintenance,
• Intermediate knowledge of regulatory and accreditation requirements,
• Advanced ability to analyze and validate laboratory results,
• Intermediate ability to train and mentor staff,
• Advanced problem-solving skills for complex laboratory issues,

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer