Medical Technologist- Point of Care in LONG BRANCH, New Jersey at RWJBarnabas Health

Job Title: Medical Technologist

Location: Monmouth Medical Center

Department Name: Lab MMC

Req #: 0000260468

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $39.52 - $50.45 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.

Position Summary

Clinical laboratory personnel, as members of the health care delivery team, are responsible for assuring reliable and accurate laboratory test results, which contribute to the diagnosis, treatment, prognosis, and prevention of physiological and pathological conditions in humans,

Quality clinical laboratory testing is evidenced by performing the correct test, on the right person, at the right time, producing accurate test results, with the best outcome, in the most cost-effective manner. The Medical Technologist – Point of Care POC is responsible for supporting the coordination, implementation, and ongoing quality oversight of the POC testing program across Monmouth and Monmouth South campuses, including affiliated off-site locations. This is a working bench position that involves both technical responsibilities and active participation in the day-to-day management and support of POC testing under the direction of the POC Supervisor. The technologist ensures regulatory compliance, staff training, quality control, instrument verification, and result integrity across all testing sites. Additional tasks can be assigned at the discretion of the Supervisor, Manager, and Director.

Position Responsibilities

Perform and validate point-of-care testing POCT in accordance with hospital policies, manufacturer guidelines, and CAP and CLIA regulations.

Serve as a key liaison for POC operations across all supported areas including inpatient units, ambulatory care, and satellite offices.

Provide technical bench coverage as needed at both Monmouth and Monmouth South laboratories.

Support the POC Supervisor in monitoring QC trends, corrective actions, and maintaining regulatory documentation.

Assist in coordinating competency assessments, new test implementation, and staff training for nursing and ancillary personnel performing POCT.

Participate in audits, inspections, and the preparation of documentation for regulatory agencies such as CAP, CLIA, DOH.

Conduct routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and quality assurance for all POC instrumentation.

Collaborate with clinical and nursing leadership to promote proper POCT utilization and compliance.

Maintain records of instrument validations, lot-to-lot reagent checks, and linearity/precision studies.

Provide coverage during absences and work weekends or holidays when necessary to ensure continuity of POC services.

Performs all testing as per standard operating procedures,

Performs bench work in all trained areas,

Ability to keep up with and maintain desired turn-around times,

Serves as a resource person for technical questions and problem resolution,

Troubleshoots problem specimens and interacts with medical staff and hospital staff, as necessary.

Assists in training and orienting new lab employees, hospital employees and students,

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 proficiency testing in the same manner as patient samples and is completed on time and accurately documented,

Ensures integrity and appropriate use of all IT systems,

Utilizes the Information Systems and interfaces to accurately enter or modify reacquisitions, enter or edit patient results, enter result or order comments, enter QC results, provide corrective action for QC failure, verify completion of tests assigned to a bench, monitor testing turn-around times and look up results,

Ensures all instruments have been properly calibrated, maintenance procedures performed and scheduled quality control completed and documented prior to analysis of patient samples,

Institutes immediate corrective action when performance is unacceptable,

Troubleshoots testing issues as applicable,

Communicated problems/issues to the supervisor or designee,

Ensures the Medical Director or designee are communicated to appropriately, as necessary,

Provides oversight of technical operations in the absence of the supervisor, as needed,

Demonstrates leadership skills as evidenced from co-workers and exit interviews of employees,

During stressful or frustrating conditions is able to solve problems and be understanding and supportive of other people,

Accepts constructive feedback and criticism appropriately

Promotes excellence within the section and effectively develops staff

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Laboratory Science or related field required.

ASCP or equivalent certification as a Medical Technologist/Clinical Laboratory Scientist preferred.

Minimum 2 years of clinical laboratory experience; experience in POCT preferred.

Strong knowledge of CAP, CLIA, and Joint Commission requirements for POCT.

Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Must be able to travel between Monmouth and Monmouth South campuses and affiliated off-site POC testing locations.

Skills & Competencies:

Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.

Familiarity with basic laboratory terminology, biosafety, and infection control principles.

Ability to follow standard operating procedures precisely.

Professional communication skills and the ability to collaborate across lab and nursing teams.

Strong knowledge of CAP, CLIA, and other regulatory standards.

Working Conditions:

Clinical lab setting with frequent exposure to biological specimens, infectious materials, and chemical agents.

Work may involve standing for long periods and occasional lifting of supplies-equipment.

Must be available to work, weekends, and holidays on a rotating schedule. Scheduled days and shift may vary based on department needs; no fixed scheduled is guaranteed.

Use of PPE required such as gloves, gowns, face shields, etc.

Flexibility to cover weekend and holiday schedules as needed.

Compensation & Benefits:

Eligible for hospital benefits, paid time off, and professional development programs.