Medical Technologist

RWJBarnabas Health; Long Branch (NJ); On-site; USD 54,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health's Monmouth Medical Center seeks a Medical Technologist to join the Lab MMC Clinical Pathology team. The role involves performing and validating complex diagnostic tests, operating advanced instrumentation, and ensuring accuracy and regulatory compliance to support patient care.

The position is hourly with a night shift, offering competitive pay and opportunities for growth within a supportive, quality-driven environment that prioritizes safety and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science, biology, or related field.
• ASCP or AMT MT/MLS certification preferred.
• 1–3 years of moderate to high complexity laboratory testing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and monitor complex diagnostic laboratory testing to support clinical decision-making and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Interpret and verify test results and report accurately.
• Calibrate and maintain instrument performance and quality control processes.
• Train and mentor junior staff and students.
• Maintain inventory and ensure proper storage and safety procedures.

Skills

Clear communication

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical laboratory science

Job description

Job Title: Medical Technologist

Location: Monmouth Medical Center

Department Name: Lab MMC Clinical Pathology

Req #: 0000267976

Status: Hourly

Shift: Night

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 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:

• Performs and monitors complex diagnostic laboratory testing to support clinical decision-making and ensures compliance with regulatory standards,
• Analyze, interpret, verify, and report accurate laboratory test results in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• 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,
• Trains and mentors junior laboratory staff and students,
• Maintains inventory and appropriate storage conditions,
• Handles and disposes reagents, chemical, and medical waste according to institutional and regulatory safety standards,

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 medical laboratory science, biology, or a related field,
• Certified 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,