Technologist II, Laboratory - Laboratory - Vineland

INSPIRA HEALTH NETWORK LIFE INC; Vineland (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspira Health Network is seeking a qualified Medical Technologist/Clinical Laboratory Scientist to perform diagnostic tests on patient specimens with a focus on accuracy and reliability.

Position requires calibration of instruments, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and participation in quality control and proficiency testing, with strong communication and teamwork skills to support clinical staff and patients.

Qualifications

• Education & Experience: B.S. in Medical Technology or related field; or HEW/HHS alternative; 1–3 years clinical lab experience preferred; HEW/HHS 15 years experience if applicable.
• ASCP MLS or equivalent eligibility at date of hire.
• HEW/HHS certification required under CLIA regulations.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic testing on patient samples and analyze results for accuracy and reliability.
• Calibrate instruments, perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot malfunctions; evaluate new equipment and techniques.
• Record quality control results and institute corrective action as needed; participate in proficiency testing.

Skills

Communication skills

Quality control

Teamwork

Education

B.S. in Medical Technology or related field

High school graduate with appropriate military training (HEW/HHS)

Graduate of approved medical laboratory program

Tools

ASCP MLS eligible

HEW/HHS certification knowledge

Job description

Major Function

Perform diagnostic testing on patient samples and analyze test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits. Ensure operation of laboratory instrumentation by calibrating; completing preventive maintenance requirements; troubleshooting malfunctions; evaluating new equipment and techniques. Perform, evaluate, and record quality control and institute corrective action as appropriate. Take part in proficiency sample testing, when appropriate. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public. Perform any other duties necessary to run an efficient and effective laboratory. Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.

Major Function

Perform diagnostic testing on patient samples and analyze test results for accuracy, acceptability, and critical limits. Ensure operation of laboratory instrumentation by calibrating; completing preventive maintenance requirements; troubleshooting malfunctions; evaluating new equipment and techniques. Perform, evaluate, and record quality control and institute corrective action as appropriate. Take part in proficiency sample testing, when appropriate. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, medical staff, and the public. Perform any other duties necessary to run an efficient and effective laboratory. Excellent written and verbal communication skills required.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology or related field OR
• For HEW/HHS - High school graduate or equivalent with 50-week military training as Medical Lab Specialist OR Graduate of an approved Medical Laboratory or Clinical Laboratory training program.
• 1 to 3 years clinical laboratory experience preferred
• For HEW/HHS - 15 years clinical laboratory experience required.

Certification

• ASCP, MLS or equivalent level eligible at date of hire required.
• HEW/HHS certification required as a technologist under the revised Medicare/CLIA '67 regulations (42 CFR 493.1433) published on March 14, 1990 (55 FR 9538).

Physical Requirements: N: Never O: Occasionally (80%)
Lifting OStanding CSiting C
Lifting 20-50lbs OClimbing OKneeling O
Lifting>50lbs NCrouching OReaching F
Carrying FHearing CWalking C
Pushing OTalking CVision C

Environmental Conditions

Noise CVaried Temperatures FCleaning Agents F
Noxious odorsFPatient Exposure FOperative Equipment F

At Inspira Health, you’ll join with the area’s most dedicated and distinguished team to bring quality and compassionate care to our communities. We focus on clinical excellence, providing evidence-based care to help each patient achieve the best possible outcome. The scope and depth of our network can open many doors for your learning and career growth.

Our charitable nonprofit health care organization serves communities across southern New Jersey. The network, which traces its roots to 1899, comprises three hospitals, a comprehensive cancer center, sleep medicine, cardiac testing, digestive health and wound care, urgent care, imaging and rehabilitation, and primary and specialty physician practices in Gloucester, Cumberland, Salem and Camden counties.

Inspira is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, familial status, disability, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, nationality, sex, gender identity or expression.