Clinical Lab Scientist

About the role

Join the growing Quest Diagnostics team in San Juan Capistrano, CA! We are hiring for many departments across various shifts, including Mass Spectrometry, Serology, Chemistry, Microbiology, Molecular, Hematology, and more.

Responsibilities

• Independently performs moderate to highly complex clinical tests following the required procedures and policies.
• Performs newly introduced tests to the laboratory that require defined skills.
• Prepares and oversees the preparation of reagents or media as well as stock solutions, standards, and controls.
• Determines the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria in testing procedures.
• Accurately enters results of testing and checks the computer review reports to monitor accurate reporting of laboratory results.
• Evaluates the acceptability of routine and complex analyses prior to releasing patient reports.
• Recognizes and takes appropriate action in response to critical values or unusual or unexpected results, and documents action taken.
• Responsible for preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and calibration of laboratory equipment.
• Evaluates the results of instrument performance checks, performs linearity, accuracy and precision checks as required, and conducts Quality Control and calibrations with the appropriate frequency.
• Selects and evaluates control materials using established criteria and initiates a corrective action process whenever test systems do not perform according to the established criteria.
• Accurately performs and records proficiency testing.
• Demonstrates the ability to detect and correct technical and operational problems and notifies the supervisor, and contacts manufacturer or field service support for additional assistance, if necessary.
• Ensures accurate tracking and labeling of reagents and supplies.
• Consistently maintains a safe and neat work area.
• Demonstrates effective two-way communication with staff, immediate manager, suppliers, internal and external customers, via meetings, written and verbal interactions, to create an informed positive environment.
• Actively participates in staff meetings, and in Quality Improvement meetings as assigned.
• Takes on additional business-related responsibilities or projects, as delegated by the Supervisor or Manager.
• Follows all required procedures, practices and related guidelines as provided in company policy and associated procedures for safety, environmental, and infection control.
• Collects and dispose of waste in proper receptacles.
• Demonstrates a high level of integrity and honesty in maintaining confidentiality.
• Provides direct and constant supervision to unlicensed staff as necessary and trains staff in proper performance of both routine and complex procedures.
• Supports Training Programs, where applicable.
• Maintains professional growth and development through continuing education.
• Answers phones, transfers, or takes accurate messages.
• Complies with all health and safety policies, procedures, and practices.

Qualifications

• Zero to three years’ direct experience in a laboratory setting.
• Current State Clinical Laboratory Scientist license if necessary (e.g. California).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or other life or physical sciences from an accredited college or university.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong typing skills desirable.
• Automation skills helpful.

Benefits

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Blueprint for Wellness® mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
• FinFit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!

Pay and Schedule

Pay range: $40.00 - $56.44 / hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered.

Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong typing skills.
• Automation skills.

Requirements

• Zero to three years’ direct experience in a laboratory setting.
• Current State Clinical Laboratory Scientist license if necessary (e.g. California).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or other life or physical sciences from an accredited college or university.