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Medical Laboratory Scientist I

Quest Diagnostics · Shelton, CT · 3 wk ago
Information Technology$27.95–$37.04/hrFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
  • Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
  • Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures.
  • Review and release test results.
  • Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines.
  • Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
  • Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor.

Qualifications

  • BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology.
  • Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493.
  • 1 year Clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred.
  • MLS, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Lab Scientist, Med Tech, Medical Technologist, CLS, Clinical Lab Scientist.

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® healthyMINDS 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

  • Pay range: $27.95 - $37.04 / hour.

Schedule

  • Tuesday to Saturday, 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM.

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