Medical Laboratory Scientist I

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proficiency in all areas of testing and troubleshoot applicable instruments/procedures.
• Support the department in quality control, troubleshooting, customer support, instrument/equipment maintenance, staff training, process improvement, and special projects.
• Report on assigned analytical tests in accordance with SOPs, ensuring quality control requirements are met.
• Support and comply with laboratory policies and procedures for specimen handling, test analysis, reporting, and record keeping.
• Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional, and sanitary condition.
• Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.
• Assist supervisor with training of other laboratory personnel.
• Adhere to CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety requirements.
• Inform supervisory personnel of problems and report deviations from standard procedures.
• Enter test results into the Laboratory Information System for standardized reports.
• Answer questions from clients or other lab personnel.
• Participate in government/regulatory agency inspections.
• Assume lead responsibilities if qualified and delegated.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Medical Technology, Chemistry, or Biology, or qualifying as a Technologist under 42 CFR493.1489.
• Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from NACES or AICE.
• 1 year laboratory experience and/or training in high complexity testing in the specialties/sub-specialties in which testing will be performed.
• Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods, lift and carry objects up to 25 pounds, walk, and use manual and automated laboratory instruments.
• Proven problem-solving skills, detail-oriented, able to work independently, establish priorities, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to handle telephone inquiries and confidential client information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Laboratory Information Systems.
• Ability to plan, organize, and complete work assignments under stress.

About the Role

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply. While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.