Medical Technologist Blood Bank- Full Time Day Shift

Req #: 0000191297

Category: Laboratory and Medical Technologist

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services

Department: Lab RWJSH

Location:

RWJ - Somerset, 110 REHILL AVE, SOMERVILLE, NJ 08876

Job Overview: The Blood Bank Medical Technologist performs routine and complex patient/sample pre-analytical and post-analytical compatibility tests using automated and non-automated methods, proficiency tests, quality control, preventative maintenance per established policies and procedures,

Provides accurate and reliable analytical results necessary for the diagnosis and treatment of the patients,

Maintains inventory of supplies, reagents and blood products, Maintains non-analytic equipment such as refrigerators, freezers, cell washers and centrifuges,

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor s Degree in Medical Technology or related sciences.
• Two to three years clinical lab experience.
• Blood Bank Experience Required

Preferred:

• ASCP or equivalent certification preferred

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full Time
• Evening Shift

Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates a clear understanding and working knowledge of basic Transfusion Service concepts as evidenced by an ability to interpret blood group types, antibody screening and panels,
• Ability to keep up and maintain desired turn-around times,
• Demonstrates the ability to prepare components such as dividing blood and blood products and thawing frozen plasma and cryoprecipitate,
• Quality Control is performed and documented as scheduled in the same manner as patient samples resolving all QC failures with immediate corrective action, documentation and notification to the supervisor or designee,
• Performs quality review of blood products collected by RWJ Somerset Blood Services,
• Maintains reagents and adequate level of blood/blood product inventory,
• Assists in the evaluation and validation of new products, instruments, assays and other hospital or laboratory projects and initiatives,
• Ensures and documents that all instruments have been properly calibrated, maintenance procedures performed and scheduled Quality Control completed prior to analysis of patient samples,
• Ensures integrity and appropriate use of all IT systems,
• Attends and participates in department and general laboratory meetings, training and completes any hospital required educational sessions,

Benefits and Perks

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer