Medical Laboratory Scientist II- Blood Bank

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proficiency in all areas of testing and troubleshoot all applicable instruments/procedures in the department.
• Support the department in quality control, troubleshooting complex problems, customer support, instrument and equipment maintenance, staff training, process improvement, and special projects as assigned.
• Report on assigned analytical tests in accordance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) ensuring 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.
• Enter test results into the Laboratory Information System for standardized reports to be generated for physician review and interpretation.
• May assist supervisor with training of other laboratory personnel.
• Adhere to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements.
• Answer questions from clients or other lab personnel, if applicable.
• Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.
• Assume lead responsibilities if qualified and delegated.

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.
• 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.

Skills

• Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented, able to work independently, establish work priorities, and handle multiple 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.

About The Team

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.