What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Technologist, Molecular Diagnostics position at University Hospital, Newark NJ?
Overview
About the Role
The primary purpose of the Medical Technologist, Molecular Diagnostics position is to perform both routine and complex laboratory analyses while ensuring accuracy, reliability, and compliance with established standards. The role assumes responsibility for procedural and system controls, problem-solving, teaching, and supervision as appropriate, and provides physicians with precise analytical results essential for the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
Responsibilities
What You’ll Do
- Evaluate specimens and organize workflow to ensure efficient testing and timely turnaround of results.
- Perform moderate and high complexity testing in accordance with laboratory standards and protocols.
- Apply quality control measures to review test and instrument performance; perform preventive maintenance and troubleshoot equipment as needed.
- Monitor and manage inventory of reagents and supplies, communicating needs to maintain uninterrupted operations.
- Accurately document, maintain, and archive test results and related data.
- Support quality management initiatives, including training, quality assurance, and proficiency testing activities.
- Demonstrate competence across all assigned laboratory procedures to meet performance standards.
- Adhere to University Hospital compliance standards, policies, and applicable federal and state regulations.
Qualifications
What You’ll Bring
- Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or a related scientific discipline required.
- ASCP certification (or equivalent) preferred.
- Certification in Molecular Biology/Molecular Diagnostics is strongly preferred.
What We Offer
- Vacation Accrued Time
- Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
- Dental & Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Account (FSA
- Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Pension Plan
- Pet Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Professional Development
Compensation (NJ Job Transparency Law)
In compliance with New Jersey’s Pay Transparency Act, the hourly range for this position is $34.39 - $49.11.
University Hospital considers multiple factors when determining compensation, including (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s relevant work experience, education and training, key skills, internal equity, market data, and organizational needs.
About Us
University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation.
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We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply. If you want to grow your career in healthcare while serving a vibrant community, we’d love to meet you.
Salary : $34 - $49