Medical Laboratory Scientist II

Quest Diagnostics · St Joseph, MI · 2 mo ago

AnalystPart-time

About the role

This position may support various clinical departments. Saint Joseph, MI Join the Quest Diagnostics team supporting Corewell Health St. Joseph!

Responsibilities

Perform test procedures of moderate/high complexity requiring the exercise of independent judgement and responsibility in those specialties in which they are qualified by education, training and experience.
Support the department in the areas of quality control, troubleshooting complex problems, customer support, instrument and equipment maintenance, staff training, process improvement and the completion of special projects as assigned.
Provide support to the department in performing and reporting on assigned analytical tests in accordance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) ensuring that applicable quality control requirements are met.
Support and comply with laboratory policies and procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
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 all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements.
Report any actual or potential deviation from standard or accepted testing procedures and cooperate fully with any investigation of same.
Enter test results into the Laboratory Information System for standardized report to be generated for physician review and interpretation.
May assist supervisor with training of other laboratory personnel.
May be required, in the absence of a Supervisor, to assume lead responsibilities if qualified and delegated.
Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

One (1) year full-time experience or training (high complexity testing) in a clinical laboratory setting.
Minimum of 3 years clinical experience with most current year in present department.
The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
Frequent walking and/or standing.
May be required to use a wide variety of manual and automated pipettes and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of which demand significant manual dexterity.
Comprehensive theoretical and operational job knowledge in designated specialty required.
Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.
BS/BA in Medical Technology, Chemistry or Biology, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493.1433 published in March 14, 1990.
Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation).
United States-educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript.
Other state specific requirements may apply depending on BU’s state testing certifications.
Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.
Detail-oriented, able to work independently, establish work priorities and handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
Interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with supervisors, co-workers and clients.
Communication skills necessary to handle telephone inquiries from clients.
Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.

Skills

Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.
Detail-oriented, able to work independently, establish work priorities and handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
Interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with supervisors, co-workers and clients.
Communication skills necessary to handle telephone inquiries from clients.
Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.

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