Clinical Lab Scientist I - WD

Responsibilities

• Prepares and tests new reagents or controls and evaluates their usefulness based on standard criteria.
• Determines the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria in testing procedures.
• Accurately enters results of testing.
• Checks the computer review reports to monitor accurate reporting of laboratory results.
• Evaluates the acceptability of routine analysis prior to releasing patient reports.
• Takes appropriate action in response to critical values or unusual or unexpected results, and documents action taken.
• Responsible for performing preventative maintenance and/or calibration of laboratory equipment and properly documenting actions taken based on approved schedule.

Requirements

• A Bachelors of Science degree in medical technology or biological sciences from an accredited college or university.
• A current California state Clinical Laboratory Scientist license to perform laboratory testing.
• Zero to three years' direct experience in a laboratory setting.

About the Role

As the world’s leading clinical laboratory, Quest Diagnostics played a central role in the national response to COVID-19. Our nearly 50,000 employees banded together to support each other and the thousands of patients we serve every day. We prioritized the health and safety of our frontline workers, enabled timely and effective decision-making and collaborated with each other across functions.

Benefits

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program
• 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

Pay and Schedule

Pay range: $47.75 - $53.10 / 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.

Schedule

Tuesday to Saturday, 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM

Qualifications

• A Bachelors of Science degree in medical technology or biological sciences from an accredited college or university.
• A current California state Clinical Laboratory Scientist license to perform laboratory testing.
• Zero to three years' direct experience in a laboratory setting.