Lead Medical Technologist / Willingboro

Job description

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason – to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that's wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between – we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet-recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment. In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations , we're committed to the well-being of the community. That means bringing life-changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program , telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics. Location: Burlington Hospital - 218 A Sunset Rd Remote Type: On-Site Employment Type: Employee Employment Classification: Regular Time Type: Full time Work Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America) Total Weekly Hours: 40 Additional Locations: Job Information: Lead Medical Technologist - Willingboro, Dayshift, Full-time. Work Schedule: Hours are 7:00am to 3:00pm plus every other weekend (Sat & Sun). Will cross train in Hematology. Summary: Supports and provides technical expertise in analyzing, interpreting and validating laboratory procedures of various complexities on biological materials such as blood, body fluids, and tissues for Virtua customers. Position Responsibilities: • Performs moderate and high complexity testing accurately and precisely according to established procedure without direct supervision. Correctly operates, maintains and troubleshoots laboratory equipment as required. • Provides Outstanding Customer Service by demonstrating effective and appropriate communication and interpersonal skills. Demonstrates, coaches and provides technical expertise to staff, students and trainees. Liaison between staff and supervisor. Assumes responsibility in the absence of supervisor. • Reviews, evaluates quality control, proficiency, and competency. Oversees the development and implementation of procedures and their changes. • Post analytically, validates results using established indicators, investigates deviations from the norm, recognizes trends or shifts, and applies corrective action. • Performs, reviews and documents all quality control according to established policies and procedures. Performs pre-analytical processes including patient ID, phlebotomy, specimen labeling, specimen verification, receipt and shipment. Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required: At least two years’ experience as a Medical Technologist in specified discipline or 2 years of experience as a Medical Lab Technician with a bachelor’s degree is equivalent. Good Interpersonal and time management skills . Required Education: Minimum of bachelor's degree in laboratory science, biological or chemical science or other relevant field. Training/Certifications/Licensure: Valid certification as a Medical Technologist or meets CLIA '88 educational requirements for moderate and high complexity testing. ASCP certification preferred. Hourly Rate: $34.10 - $53.01 The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant’s experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies. For more benefits information click here .