Medical Laboratory Scientist II-On Call Blood Bank

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proficiency in all areas of testing and troubleshoot applicable instruments/procedures.
• Support the department in quality control, troubleshooting, customer support, instrument and equipment maintenance, staff training, process improvement, and special projects.
• Report on assigned analytical tests in accordance with SOPs, ensuring quality control requirements are met.
• Adhere to analytical schedules to maintain turnaround time of results, including STAT or critical results.
• Perform and document QC analysis to ensure accuracy of clinical data and proper instrument function.
• 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.
• Use personal protective equipment, engineering controls, and work practice controls as directed.
• Answer questions from clients or other lab personnel.
• Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections.

Qualifications

• One (1) year full-time experience or training in a clinical laboratory setting (high complexity testing).
• Minimum of 3 years clinical experience with most current year in present department.
• Ability to lift and carry objects weighing up to 25 pounds frequently.
• Standing and working at the bench for long periods of time.
• Frequent walking and/or standing.
• Manual dexterity to use various laboratory instruments and apparatuses.
• Theoretical and operational job knowledge in designated specialty.
• Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.
• Associates Degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology (preferred).
• Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology, Biology, or Chemistry (preferred).
• ASCP Certification (preferred).
• MLS, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Lab Scientist, Med Tech, Medical Technologist, CLS, Clinical Lab Scientist credentials.

About the Role

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist II in Edison, NJ. This role is a hospital-based position at JFK. The position requires proficiency in all areas of testing and the ability to troubleshoot complex problems. Responsibilities include supporting the department in quality control, troubleshooting, customer support, instrument and equipment maintenance, staff training, process improvement, and special projects. The role also involves reporting on assigned analytical tests in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), adhering to analytical schedules, performing and documenting Quality Control (QC) analysis, maintaining laboratory areas and equipment, completing training and competency checklists, assisting with training of other laboratory personnel, adhering to CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety requirements, using personal protective equipment, engineering controls, and work practice controls as directed, answering questions from clients or other lab personnel, and participating in government or regulatory agency inspections.