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RWJBarnabas Health

Medical Technologist

Long Branch, NJ · On-site

$49.57/hr

Work in other core-lab areas as directed, * Conducts Gram stains, acid-fast stains, fungal stains, and parasitology testing as required, * Identifies bacterial, fungal, and other microbial pathogens ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Medical Technologist

Long Branch, NJ · On-site

$49.57/hr

Work in other core-lab areas as directed, * Conducts Gram stains, acid-fast stains, fungal stains, and parasitology testing as required, * Identifies bacterial, fungal, and other microbial pathogens ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Medical Technologist

New Brunswick, NJ · On-site

$38.55 - $50.53/hr

Performs microbiological testing on a variety of specimens e, g, , blood, urine, respiratory, wound, stool, including cultures, smears, PCR, and antigen testing, Work in other core-lab areas as ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Medical Technologist

Long Branch, NJ · On-site

$49.57/hr

Work in other core-lab areas as directed, * Conducts Gram stains, acid-fast stains, fungal stains, and parasitology testing as required, * Identifies bacterial, fungal, and other microbial pathogens ...

RWJBarnabas Health

Medical Technologist

Long Branch, NJ · On-site

$49.57/hr

Work in other core-lab areas as directed, * Conducts Gram stains, acid-fast stains, fungal stains, and parasitology testing as required, * Identifies bacterial, fungal, and other microbial pathogens ...

Seton Hall University

Lab Coordinator

South Orange, NJ

$60K - $66K/yr

Lab Coordinator Apply now Job no: 497045 Full time/Part time: Full-time Location: South Orange ... content for core courses (i.e. general biology, anatomy & physiology, genetics, cell biology ...

Seton Hall University

Lab Coordinator

Orange, NJ · On-site

$60K - $66K/yr

Lab Coordinator Job no: 497045 Full time/Part time: Full-time Location: South Orange Categories ... content for core courses (i.e. general biology, anatomy & physiology, genetics, cell biology ...

ATD Technology LLC

Laboratory Director

Pompton Plains, NJ · On-site

$51 - $53/hr

Oversees the operation of the Laboratory at Chilton Medical Center including Core Lab, Blood Bank, Phlebotomy and Point of Care * Strong emphasis on quality management and strategic thinking in ...

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As of Aug 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for core lab in New Jersey is $25.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.52 and $28.32 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of someone working in a core lab?

Professionals in a Core Lab are responsible for processing and analyzing clinical specimens, maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment, and ensuring timely and accurate reporting of results. You will work closely with other laboratory staff and healthcare professionals to support patient diagnosis and treatment. Routine tasks may include performing high-throughput testing, adhering to strict quality control procedures, and troubleshooting instrument errors. This role is fast-paced and requires excellent organizational skills to manage multiple priorities effectively while maintaining high standards of accuracy.

What is a core lab?

A Core Lab job involves working in a central laboratory that performs a wide range of diagnostic tests for healthcare providers. Professionals in this role handle specimen processing, conduct tests using specialized equipment, and ensure accurate and timely results. They may work in hospitals, research institutions, or reference laboratories. Strong attention to detail, analytical skills, and knowledge of laboratory protocols are essential for success in this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the core lab position, and why are they important?

To thrive in a Core Lab role, you need a strong background in laboratory sciences, analytical methodologies, and quality control, typically supported by a degree in medical laboratory science or a related field. Experience with laboratory information systems (LIS), automated analyzer platforms, and certifications such as ASCP or equivalent are highly valued. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective teamwork skills are also essential for success in this environment. These capabilities ensure accurate test results, regulatory compliance, and seamless collaboration within the healthcare team.

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Infographic showing various Core Lab job openings in New Jersey as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 81% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,316 per year, or $25.6 per hour.

Medical Laboratory Scientist, Per Diem Core Lab, Summit, NJ

Atlantic Health System

Summit, NJ

$41.21/hr

Per diem

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 6 days ago

Atlantic Health System rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 275 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

87th of 887 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Under supervision of a CLIA General Supervisor, the Medical Laboratory Scientist processes specimens, performs high/moderate complexity testing, troubleshoots issues and reports accurate results. Ensures compliance with regulatory standards, maintaining quality control, and collaborates with various teams to support patient care and workflow efficiency.

  • Specimen Processing and Accessioning: Evaluates specimens and test orders for acceptability and accepts or rejects according to established guidelines.
  • Specimen Testing: Follows approved standard operating procedures.
  • Result Reporting: Exhibits technical judgment by correlating test results with diagnosis and previous results as applicable.
  • Computer Skills: Demonstrates proficiency in the use of HIS and LIS software systems in all job-related functions.
  • Equipment Operation: Operates, maintains and troubleshoots all technical equipment according to approved standard operating procedures.
  • Quality Control: Follows quality control policies, documents all related activities, and maintains records of instrument and procedural calibrations and maintenance.
  • Proficiency Testing: Participates in proficiency testing, as assigned and ensures samples are treated the same as patient samples.
  • Inventory Management: Manage inventory by rotating stock and checking supply expiration dates to ensure availability and compliance.
  • Training: Assists with training of team members and students.
  • Safety: Demonstrates knowledge and practice of all Atlantic Health and department safety procedures.

Per Diem Rate: $41.21/ hour

At Atlantic Health, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 22,000 team members. Headquarters in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include:

  • Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ
  • Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ
  • Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ
  • Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ
  • Atlantic Health Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ
  • Atlantic Health Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ
  • Atlantic Health CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ
  • Atlantic Medical Group
  • Atlantic Visiting Nurse
  • Atlantic Mobile Health
  • Atlantic Rehabilitation

We have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group.

We have received awards and recognition for the services we have provided to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades:

  • Chosen for 17 years by Fortune as one of the magazine's "100 Best Companies to Work For." 
  • Atlantic Health Morristown and Atlantic Health Overlook Named by Newsweek as two of the "World's Best Hospitals" in 2026.
  • Atlantic Health Morristown and Atlantic Health Overlook ranked within the top three hospitals in New Jersey by U.S. News & World Report's 2025-2026 Best Hospital rankings. 
  • Atlantic Health scored four "A" grades by The Leapfrog Group in its Fall 2025 Hospital Safety Grades, performance measures reflecting errors, accidents, injuries and injections, as well as systems hospitals have in place to prevent harm. 
  • Atlantic Health Morristown and Atlantic Health Overlook are New Jersey's only hospitals to be named among America's 50 Best hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.
  • Named by Becker's Healthcare as one of the "165 Top Places to Work in Healthcare - 2026.
  • Atlantic Health Morristown, Atlantic Health Overlook, Atlantic Health Chilton and Atlantic Health Newton all Forbes Top Hospitals for 2026.
  • Named by Newsweek as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Inclusion & Diversity 2025.
  • Atlantic Health rated LEVEL 9 - 2025 CHIME Digital Health Most Wired. 
Named one of America's 50 Best Hospitals by Healthgrades, a World's Best Hospital by Newsweek and recognized as a Best Regional Hospital in the NY Metro area by U.S. News & World Report.
Our Atlantic Neuroscience Institute is the region's leader in neuroscience care. A hub for the New Jersey Stroke Network, we offer a broad range of advanced neurological, neurosurgical and neurodiagnostic services.  We are also certified as a Level IV Epilepsy Center and home to the Gerald J. Glasser Brain Tumor Center, where more brain tumor surgeries are performed than anywhere else in New Jersey. Our CyberKnife program is the largest and most experienced in the state. We also have a satellite emergency department in Union, NJ, which treats about 40,000 emergency cases each year. 
Committed to providing exceptional care, Overlook Medical Center has achieved the prestigious Magnet recognition. This designation from the American Nurses Credentialing Center is the highest national honor for nursing excellence. What's more, Overlook Medical Center has advanced certification from The Joint Commission for perinatal care and is designated an Advanced Comprehensive Stroke Center.  Additional Joint Commission-certified services include behavioral health care, spine surgery, wound care, and primary care medical home (PCMH). 
Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:

Team Member Benefits
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
  • Life & AD&D Insurance.
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
  • 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
  • PTO & Paid Sick Leave
  • Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
  • Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
  • Backup and On-Site Childcare
  • Well-Being Rewards
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
  • Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
  • Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance

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Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.

EEO STATEMENT
Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.
At Atlantic Health System, we have skilled medical technicians who can collect blood for diagnostic and screening purposes in a family-friendly environment. Laboratories are open any time during regular business hours. COVID-19 testing is available at some Atlantic Health System outpatient laboratories and centers, as well as a sensory room in the Atlantic Health Children's Specialty Center at Morristown offers a calming space to help make your family's lab visit a caring and compassionate experience.  

Qualifications:

  • Must meet the CLIA personnel requirements for High Complexity testing:
    • MD or DO with a current medical license, OR
    • Doctoral degree in clinical laboratory science, chemical, physical or biological science, OR
    • Master's degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory, chemical, physical, or biological science, OR
    • Bachelor's degree in medical technology, clinical laboratory, chemical, physical or biological, OR
    • Associate degree in chemical, physical or biological science or medical laboratory or equivalent education and training
    • Foreign education credentials require US equivalency documentation by an AHS approved agency.
  • One (1) year healthcare or lab related work experience preferred.
  • ASCP, AMT or defined equivalent preferred

Work Environment:

  • Organized: Maintains a structured approach to tasks and keeps workspaces orderly.
  • Detail-oriented: Ensures accuracy and consistency in daily responsibilities.
  • Physically capable: Able to perform job duties that require physical effort.
  • Effective communicator: Communicates clearly and professionally with team members and other departments.
  • Problem-solver: Demonstrated ability to independently identify and analyze problems, develop clear and concise solutions, and complete projects efficiently.
  • Adaptable: Adjusts effectively to shifting priorities and workplace needs.

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Atlantic Health System aims to deliver the highest quality, safety and care combined the best experience for our patients and their families. We are confident that you will find success within Atlantic Health System, which has been named for the 14th year in a row to Fortune's "Top 100 Best U.S. Companies to Work For" list. We believe you will find that our culture of collaboration and care exemplifies the value we place on our patients, their families and our employees.

Industry

Hospitals

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Morristown, NJ, US

Year founded

1996

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