Medical Technologist

RWJBarnabas Health; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 56,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Medical Technologist for the Day shift at TRMC Clinical Pathology in Elizabeth, NJ. This part-time role involves performing accurate laboratory testing and reporting results to support patient diagnosis and care.

You will operate and maintain advanced instruments, follow quality systems, and collaborate with physicians and nurses to ensure safe, timely test delivery while upholding regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical science or medical technology from an accredited program.
• 1 year of hospital laboratory experience preferred.
• Blood Bank experience preferred.
• ASCP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and complex laboratory testing across hematology, chemistry, microbiology, immunology, and blood bank areas.
• Analyze, verify, and report test results in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory instruments for reliable results.
• Document quality control, quality assurance, and proficiency testing per regulatory standards.
• Review specimen integrity and ensure correct identification for testing.
• Follow CLIA, CAP, and other applicable regulatory requirements and safety practices.
• Utilize LIS to enter, review, verify, and report patient results and maintain records.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, biological or clinical science or medical technology

Job description

Medical Technologist
Req #: 0000270552
Category: Laboratory
Status: Part-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Department: Lab TRMC Clinical Pathology
Pay Range: $40.79 - $52.03 per hour
Location: 225 Williamson St., Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Job Title: Medical Technologist

Location: WILLIAMSON STREET CAMPUS

Department Name: Lab TRMC Clinical Pathology

Req #: 0000270552

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $40.79 - $52.03 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 Technologist

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

As a Medical Technologist, 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 Technologist 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 Technologist 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:

• Have a Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical science or medical technology from an accredited institution,
• 1 year experience working in a hospital setting laboratory preferred
• Blood Bank Experience preferred
• ASCP Certification preferred

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer