Travel Microbiology Med Tech – Seasonal Lab Specialist

HealthCare Connections, Inc.; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

HealthCare Connections, Inc. is seeking a Travel Microbiology Medical Technologist to join a high-volume reference laboratory just outside New York City. This temporary position runs a 13-week contract (with potential for extension) and requires MLS/MLT(ASCP) certification with 3+ years of microbiology experience.

Schedule is Wednesday through Sunday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. Location is Passaic County, NJ, offering easy access to NYC events and attractions.

Qualifications

• MT/MLS: Bachelor’s degree in science and MLS(ASCP) certification or equivalent
• MLT: Associate degree in science and MLT(ASCP) certification or equivalent

Responsibilities

• Performing testing in any and/or all of the following areas of the lab: clinical chemistry, hematology, transfusion services (blood bank), clinical immunology, clinical microbiology, serology, and the emerging field of molecular diagnostics.
• Matching computer orders with specimen labeling; sorting specimens; checking labeling; logging specimens; arranging reports for delivery; Maintaining quality results verify and equipment function, troubleshooting, calibrating equipment and monitoring quality control measures and protocols
• Participating in staff training and educational opportunities; Identifying and communicating abnormal patient conditions reports mandated information to the public health department or other designated officials
• Contributing to a safe and secure environment, following established standards and procedures; complying with legal regulations
• Maintaining patient confidence by keeping laboratory information confidential
• Education, Certification, & Experience:
• MT/MLS: Bachelor's degree in science and MLS(ASCP) certification or equivalent
• MLT: Associates degree in science and MLT(ASCP) certification or equivalent

Skills

Calibrate, operate, troubleshoot and

Dexterity and good eye-hand

Lab safety and infection prevention

Education

MT/MLS: Bachelor’s degree in science and MLS(ASCP) certification or equivalent

MLT: Associate degree in science and MLT(ASCP) certification or equivalent

Tools

Vitek

WASP

Job description

HealthCare Connections, Inc. is seeking a Travel Microbiology Medical Technologist to join a high-volume reference laboratory just outside New York City. This temporary position runs a 13-week contract (with potential for extension) and requires MLS/MLT(ASCP) certification with 3+ years of microbiology experience.

Schedule is Wednesday through Sunday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. Location is Passaic County, NJ, offering easy access to NYC events and attractions.