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.