Lead Blood Bank Technologist in NEWARK, New Jersey at RWJBarnabas Health

Job Title: Lead Technologist Blood Bank

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Ctr

Department Name: Lab NBI Blood Bank

Req #: 0000265287

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $42.74 - $54.63 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Lead Blood Bank Technologist

At RWJBarnabas Health, Lead Blood Bank Technologists become part of a purpose-driven environment where teamwork, innovation, and compassionate care come together to support exceptional patient outcomes. This Lead Blood Bank Technologist role offers opportunities for professional growth, supportive collaboration, and a culture committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

As a Lead Blood Bank Technologist, you will play a critical role in accurate and timely laboratory testing that supports the diagnosis, treatment, and monitoring of patient conditions. You will operate and maintain sophisticated laboratory instrumentation, analyze and verify test results, adhere to quality assurance and regulatory standards, and collaborate with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional patient care.

Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every Lead Blood Bank Technologist is encouraged to grow, innovate, and make a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of the patients and communities we serve..

A typical day for a Lead Blood Bank Technologist may include:

• Performs all duties and responsibilities when the Supervisor is on vacation or unavailable,
• Oversee daily lab operations, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing staff to maintain the quality and safety of blood products,
• Responsibilities include performing advanced testing, managing inventory, troubleshooting equipment, and collaborating with other medical staff to support patient transfusions,
• This leadership role also includes training new personnel and ensuring accurate record-keeping,

This role might be for you if:

• Clear, professional communication defines how you collaborate with physicians, nurses, and fellow laboratory professionals.
• Accuracy, attention to detail, and analytical thinking guide your work every day.
• You remain organized and adaptable while managing a fast-paced clinical laboratory environment.
• Patient safety and delivering accurate, timely laboratory results are your top priorities.
• You enjoy working collaboratively with interdisciplinary care teams to support exceptional patient outcomes.
• Continuous learning, quality improvement, and staying current with laboratory best practices motivate you.
• You take pride in maintaining the highest standards of quality, compliance, and diagnostic excellence.

To be considered for this Lead Blood Bank Technologist opportunity, you must:

• Have a Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related field
• Four plus years of experience in Blood Bank
• ASCP Certification preferred