Medical Technologist BloodBank

RWJBarnabas Health; Newark (NJ); In loco; USD 56.000 - 72.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Blood Bank Technologist to join the Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Blood Bank team. The role focuses on accurate and timely testing, operating complex instruments, and collaborating with physicians and nurses to support patient care.

The position is hourly with an evening shift in Newark, NJ, offering growth opportunities in a collaborative, quality-driven lab environment.

Competenze

• Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical science or medical technology from an accredited institution.
• Knowledge of specialized principles and techniques in Blood Banking obtained through formal training and experience.
• 2 years of Blood Banking experience.
• ASCP Certification required or preferred.

Mansioni

• Perform routine, complex, and specialized testing in areas including blood bank and related departments.
• Operate, calibrate, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory instruments.
• Ensure quality control, QA, and proficiency testing per regulatory standards.
• Review specimen integrity and determine testing acceptability.
• Follow CLIA, CAP, and other applicable standards in the lab.
• Enter, review, verify, and report results in LIS accurately.
• Maintain documentation of testing, instrument maintenance, and corrective actions.
• Communicate critical values promptly to the healthcare team.
• Support with troubleshooting instrument issues and service requests.
• Maintain inventory of supplies to support uninterrupted operations.

Conoscenze

Blood Bank knowledge

Formazione

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

ASCP Certification

Descrizione del lavoro

Job Title: Medical Technologist BloodBank

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Department Name: Lab NBI Blood Bank

Req #: 0000271790

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

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.

Blood Bank Technologist

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

As a Blood Bank 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 Blood Bank 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 Blood Bank 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 Blood Bank Technologist opportunity, you must:

• Have a Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or clinical science or medical technology from an accredited institution,
• Have knowledge of specialized principles and techniques in Blood Banking which would normally be obtained through formal academic training and experience,
• 2 year's of Blood Banking experience
• ASCP Certification