Job Abstract

Job Overview:

This position performs the examination of and test performance in the Blood Bank Laboratory on human specimens for purposes of obtaining information for the diagnosis, treatment, (primarily transfusion related) and monitoring of patients.

This position performs moderate to high complexity testing utilizing manual methods, semi-automated and automated clinical analyzers in the Blood Bank. The testing personnel utilizes the Laboratory Information System

Qualifications:
Required:

• Bachelors, Masters or Doctorate in clinical laboratory science, chemical, physical or biological Sciences or meets NJ Sanitary Code Chapter 44, Chapter IV, 8:44-2.6 Technologist qualifications.

Preferred:

• ASCP or eligibility
• 6 months hospital experience

Scheduling Requirements:

• Per Diem
• Ability to work variable shifts as needed.

Essential Functions:

• Adheres to quality control policies in the Core Laboratory, documents all QC activity and corrective action.
• Demonstrates willingness and flexibility in accepting schedule / assignments. Demonstrates ability to maintain skill level in all areas of the Core Laboratory on a continuous basis.
• Determines acceptability of specimens; resolves discrepancies.
• Ensures the minimum test turnaround time is met to achieve results inaccordance with hospital policies.
• Identifies problems that may adversely affect test performance, or departmental operations and immediately corrects the problem or immediately notifies appropriate Supervisor.
• Keeps the work area clean and well organized.
• Maintains an adequate inventory of supplies / reagents/ blood ensuring appropriate patient testing is possible.
• Maintains equipment in the Core Laboratory in good operating condition includes scheduled maintenance, troubleshooting and ensuring specimen processing during instrument downtime; maintains documentation of the same.
• Maintains positive identification of specimens throughout specimen processing and testing.
• Participates in the evaluation and correlation of new procedures.
• Performs all other related duties as needed.
• Performs assays of biological specimens according to established policies and procedures; utilizing instruments, equipment, reagent and techniques in the Blood Bank.
• Periodically reviews policy/procedure manuals to ensure compliance; maintains current knowledge of procedures; participates in training of new employees.
• Processes CAP unknown proficiency testing material in accordance with departmental policy.
• Responsible of checking and recording of temperatures.
• Reviews patient results and reports them within established turnaround times of the Core Laboratory.
• Reviews “critical” value results of the Core Laboratory, notifies patient care giver anddocuments all in the LIS.
• Utilizes computer system fully to order, result, and monitor department activities.

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