Medical Technologist Reg

at  RWJBarnabas Health

Job Overview: Performs and interprets routine diagnostic assays on blood and body fluids. Performs all duties related to the preparation, identification, and testing of specimens. Performs all related documentation tasks. May be required to obtain patient blood samples by venipuncture or capillary puncture using aseptic techniques and collection skills appropriate to the age and level of difficulty of the patient. Participates in evaluating, documenting and implementing technical essays. Provides technical guidance to non-certified personnel

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Has education and experience equivalent to the guidelines mandated by CMS in the clinical Lab Improvement Act (CLIA) of 1988 and NJSDH requirements.
• BSMT or AS/ AAS including clinical rotations.
• Certified by a Category I Agency (ASCP, NCA, AMT, HIS/HEW).

SCHEDULING REQUIREMENTS:

• Per Diem
• Variable Shifts

• Ability to investigate problems and follow through when needed. Ability to make the decision as to when results should be repeated.
• Able to evaluate specimen criteria of acceptability. Demonstrates absolute integrity in the accurate performance and reporting of results.
• Complies with all Standard Precautions, Infection Control, fire and Safety, Right to Know and Hazardous Waste procedures as required by the hospital and other regulatory agencies.
• Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of all procedures within the department.
• Demonstrates proficiency by receiving acceptable performance on State, CAP, AABB, Joint Commission and internal proficiency surveys.
• Evaluates results of patient specimens with regard to previous results and diagnosis.
• If required, able to perform all skills and techniques required to proficiently perform venipuncture and capillary puncture on all age groups, to include, but not limited to: vacutainer, butterfly, syringe, microtainer, and blood culture collection.
• Operates automated laboratory instrumentation assigned to designated department and/or shift.
• Performs all manual technical procedures assigned to designated department
• Performs all other duties as assigned or directed within scope of department needs and capabilities
• Performs troubleshooting, maintenance and repair procedures on automated analyzers as required.
• Responsible for accurate performance and participation in both internal and external quality assurance policies and programs.
• Responsible for proper documentation of patient results. This is to include, but is not limited to, the Panic Value Call policy.
• Responsible for the evaluation of new methods and procedures under the direction of the Department Supervisor.
• Responsible for the identification of patients/specimens in compliance with all hospital and regulatory requirements.