Registered Medical Technologist, Per Diem, Weekend, Night

01 The Valley Hospital; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 5,418,000 - 6,772,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision

Group Term Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Commuter Benefit Plans

Paid Holidays

Retirement Plan

Job summary

The Valley Hospital in Paramus, NJ seeks a Medical Laboratory Technologist to independently perform and report laboratory findings in line with FDA, CAP, AABB, OSHA, CLIA and JCAHO regulations, ensuring high-quality patient care.

Qualified candidates hold a bachelor's degree in a lab field with MT-level certification (ASCP/AMT or equivalent) and at least 1 year of clinical lab experience in a fast-paced setting. Night shift available with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a clinical laboratory field with MT-level certification.
• ASCP/AMT or equivalent certification or categorical certification aligned with lab work.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform and report laboratory findings in accordance with accrediting bodies.
• Maintain quality and patient safety standards; troubleshoot issues as needed.
• Train and guide students and new staff while upholding professional standards.

Skills

Clinical lab knowledge

Testing methodologies

Quality assurance

Regulatory compliance

Laboratory information systems

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in medical technology or related field

Certification at the Medical Technologist level (ASCP/AMT) or equivalent

Job description

Position Summary

To independently perform and report laboratory findings in accordance with policies and procedures of The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, FDA, CAP, AABB, OSHA, CLIA, and JCAHO regulations to facilitate quality patient care.

Education

Bachelor's degree and certification at the Medical Technologist level (ASCP, AMT, or Equivalent) or Bachelor's degree and categorical certification consistent with the work performed: C, H, I, BB, M (ASCP).

Experience

1 year clinical laboratory experience.

Skills

A Registered Medical Laboratory Technologist demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of clinical laboratory principles, testing methodologies, instrumentation, quality assurance, and regulatory requirements. Possesses strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills with the ability to perform and evaluate complex laboratory testing accurately and efficiently. Proficient in laboratory information systems and standard computer applications, with excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills. Able to prioritize workload, work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, troubleshoot technical issues, maintain quality and patient safety standards, and provide training and guidance to students and new staff while demonstrating professionalism, accountability, and sound judgment.

Job Location

The Valley Hospital-Paramus Shift Night (United States of America)

Benefits

• Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)
• Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
• Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
• 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
• Retirement Plan Tuition Assistance Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
• Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities

Salary

Joining Valley Health System means becoming part of a dedicated team that values the highest quality of care in a supportive environment. In our commitment to high performance and reliability, we encourage and recognize exceptional individual performance through our industry leading compensation practices including a starting salary and benefits in accordance with your role, experience, education, and licensure. Actual individual salaries vary depending on these factors. The salary listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.

Pay Range: $39.33 - $49.16 (per hour)

EEO Statement

Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws.

This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.

Valley Health System is proud of our commitment to improving the lives of our patients, our staff, and the communities we serve. When you join Valley, you’re joining a team of people who believe in delivering quality care in a supportive environment where top performance is both nurtured and recognized. Our culture is built on going the extra mile, doing what’s right, and always striving to be better together.