Laboratory Technician

Located in:

Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey 07849

Job Title: Laboratory Technician
Department/Location: Skylands POL, Lake Hopatcong, NJ (Schedule: M-F 10am-6pm)
Reports to: Laboratory Supervisor
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Direct Reports: Laboratory Staff

Company Overview

At Consensus Health, we believe better healthcare begins with a community of strong, independent providers delivering high quality, compassionate patient care with improved outcomes. As New Jersey’s fastest growing independent medical group, Consensus Health offers full clinical and operational integration with our value-based care programs, enabling providers to transform the healthcare delivery experience. In addition, Consensus Health owns and manages New Jersey’s oldest Independent Physician Association (“IPA”) with over 1,000 providers throughout the state. At Consensus Health we believe in fostering an environment of collaboration, participation, and respect. A cornerstone of that belief is a commitment to attracting talented and dedicated team members who work together for the common purpose of providing clinical excellence.
Consensus is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented people who are passionate about helping physicians and their staff deliver better care to patients and whose values align with ours. We empower our employees to bring the right solutions forward to strengthen the relationship between providers and patients and ensure that our staff are well served.
Position Summary
The Medical Laboratory Technologist performs clinical laboratory procedures and examinations pursuant to established and approved protocols which require independent judgment and interpretation.
Duties and Responsibilities
The duties include, but are not limited to:
• Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria
• Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality
• Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving
• Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls
• Report accurate and timely test results to deliver quality patient care
• Assist with processing of specimens when needed
• Perform and document preventative maintenance and quality control procedures (QA/QC)
• Recognize any and all instrumentation issues, and take appropriate action to remedy the problem
• Ensure that adequate inventories of laboratory supplies are maintained
• Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary
• May provide instruction to subordinate personnel in the proper techniques and procedures
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment

• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Qualifications or Education, Training and Experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, other related field, or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements
• Minimum 3 year of clinical laboratory testing experience is preferred
• ASCP or AMT certification preferred
Knowledge and Skills/Expected Competencies

• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Proficient with computers; familiarity with laboratory information systems a plus
• High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills

Physical/Mental Demands and Work Environment
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Examples of Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and use hands and arms to operate general office equipment (PC, telephone, file cabinets, copier, postage meter, fax machine and printer). The employee may occasionally lift and/or move between 10 and 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. The employee may need to travel to healthcare practices.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
The Company reserves the right to modify the job description based upon its needs and may require the employee to perform functions beyond those mentioned above. Neither this job description nor any other communication creates an employment contract between the Company and the employee.
Equal Employment
Our culture encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and leads New Jersey in provider and patient satisfaction. Consensus Health values diversity, inclusion, and equity as matters of fairness and effectiveness. We are committed to hiring and retaining a staff that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, fostering an inclusive working environment where staff of all backgrounds feel welcomed and engaged.



Consensus Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from individuals underrepresented in the medical sector, including people of color, and persons with non-traditional work and educational experience. All who believe they meet the stated qualifications are invited to apply.

Company Safety
We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Consensus Health is committed to proactively creating and maintaining an environment that is safe for our team and patients. Employees are required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including face masks, gloves, gowns, and more as appropriate.

Job Title:  Laboratory Technician               

Department/Location: Skylands POL, Lake Hopatcong, NJ (Schedule: M-F 10am-6pm)

Reports to: Laboratory Supervisor             

FLSA Status: Non-exempt                     

Direct Reports: Laboratory Staff

Company Overview

At Consensus Health, we believe better healthcare begins with a community of strong, independent providers delivering high quality, compassionate patient care with improved outcomes. As New Jersey’s fastest growing independent medical group, Consensus Health offers full clinical and operational integration with our value-based care programs, enabling providers to transform the healthcare delivery experience. In addition, Consensus Health owns and manages New Jersey’s oldest Independent Physician Association (“IPA”) with over 1,000 providers throughout the state. At Consensus Health we believe in fostering an environment of collaboration, participation, and respect. A cornerstone of that belief is a commitment to attracting talented and dedicated team members who work together for the common purpose of providing clinical excellence.

Consensus is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining talented people who are passionate about helping physicians and their staff deliver better care to patients and whose values align with ours. We empower our employees to bring the right solutions forward to strengthen the relationship between providers and patients and ensure that our staff are well served.

Position Summary

The Medical Laboratory Technologist performs clinical laboratory procedures and examinations pursuant to established and approved protocols which require independent judgment and interpretation.

Duties and Responsibilities

The duties include, but are not limited to:

• Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria
• Perform routine and complex technical procedures and functions according to departmental Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Monitor, operate and troubleshoot instrumentation to ensure proper functionality
• Demonstrate the ability to make technical decisions regarding testing and problem solving
• Prepare, test, and evaluate new reagents or controls
• Report accurate and timely test results  to deliver quality patient care
• Assist with processing of specimens when needed
• Perform and document preventative maintenance and quality control procedures (QA/QC)
• Recognize any and all instrumentation issues, and take appropriate action to remedy the problem
• Ensure that adequate inventories of laboratory supplies are maintained
• Identify and replenish testing bench supplies as necessary
• May provide instruction to subordinate personnel in the proper techniques and procedures
• Maintain a safe work environment and wear appropriate personal protective equipment

• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications or Education, Training and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, other related field, or meet local regulatory (CLIA & State) requirements
• Minimum 3 year of clinical laboratory testing experience is preferred
• ASCP or AMT certification preferred

Knowledge and Skills/Expected Competencies

• Ability to work independently and within a team environment
• Proficient with computers; familiarity with laboratory information systems a plus
• High level of attention to detail along with strong communication and organizational skills

Physical/Mental Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Examples of Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk and use hands and arms to operate general office equipment (PC, telephone, file cabinets, copier, postage meter, fax machine and printer). The employee may occasionally lift and/or move between 10 and 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. The employee may need to travel to healthcare practices.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

The Company reserves the right to modify the job description based upon its needs and may require the employee to perform functions beyond those mentioned above. Neither this job description nor any other communication creates an employment contract between the Company and the employee.

Equal Employment

Our culture encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and leads New Jersey in provider and patient satisfaction.  Consensus Health values diversity, inclusion, and equity as matters of fairness and effectiveness. We are committed to hiring and retaining a staff that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, fostering an inclusive working environment where staff of all backgrounds feel welcomed and engaged.

Consensus Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from individuals underrepresented in the medical sector, including people of color, and persons with non-traditional work and educational experience.  All who believe they meet the stated qualifications are invited to apply. 

Company Safety

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Consensus Health is committed to proactively creating and maintaining an environment that is safe for our team and patients. Employees are required to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including face masks, gloves, gowns, and more as appropriate.