Medical Laboratory Scientist II- Part Time- Microbiology

About the role

Hospital-based Medical Laboratory Scientist II position at Raritan Bay in Perth Amboy, NJ. Perform test procedures of moderate/high complexity requiring the exercise of independent judgement and responsibility in those specialties in which qualified by education, training and experience.

Pay

• Hourly range: $32.00 – $50.73
• $5,000 sign-on bonus for external applicants
• Eligible for annual performance bonus compensation
• Salary offers based on relevant skills, training, experience, education, certifications, market and organizational factors

Schedule

Rotating schedule, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM.

Benefits

Best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families. Offerings vary by full-time or part-time status:

• Part-time employees (29 hours or less per week): Vacation and Health/Flex Time (if scheduled ≥20 hours/week); 6 holidays plus 1 “MyDay” off (if regularly scheduled ≥20 hours/week); 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service; annual incentive plans; employee stock purchase plan; education assistance through MyQuest for Education; annual no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®
• Full-time employees: Additional benefits beyond those listed for part-time (details not enumerated in posting)

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proficiency in all areas of testing and troubleshooting applicable instruments/procedures
• Support department in quality control, troubleshooting complex problems, customer support, instrument/equipment maintenance, staff training, process improvement, and special projects
• Perform and report assigned analytical tests per SOPs, ensuring quality control requirements are met
• Comply with laboratory policies for specimen handling, processing, test analysis, reporting, and maintaining patient result records
• Adhere to analytical schedules to maintain turnaround time, including STAT and critical results
• Ensure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and opened dates where applicable
• Perform and document QC analysis; make quality control decisions regarding assay/test disposition
• Inform supervisory personnel of all problems with test procedure performance
• Report actual or potential deviations from standard testing procedures and cooperate with investigations
• Enter test results into the Laboratory Information System for standardized physician reports
• Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in safe, functional, sanitary condition
• Complete training and competency checklists
• Assist supervisor with training of other laboratory personnel
• Adhere to CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety requirements
• Use personal protective equipment, engineering controls, and/or work practice controls as directed
• Answer questions from clients or other lab personnel
• Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections
• Assume lead responsibilities in supervisor’s absence if qualified and delegated
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Work Experience

• One (1) year full-time experience or training (high complexity testing) in a clinical laboratory setting

Preferred Work Experience

• Minimum 3 years clinical experience with most current year in present department

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Lifting/carrying: 1–10 lbs frequently; 11–25 lbs occasionally; 36–50 lbs seldom; over 50 lbs not without assistance
• Ability to stand and work at bench for long periods
• Frequent walking and/or standing
• Significant manual dexterity for manual/automated pipettes and laboratory instruments

Knowledge

• Comprehensive theoretical and operational job knowledge in designated specialty
• Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures

Education

• BS/BA in Medical Technology, Chemistry, or Biology or Associates degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493.1433 (March 14, 1990)
• Foreign-educated candidates: detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation)
• U.S.-educated candidates: detailed original transcript
• Other state-specific requirements may apply depending on business unit’s state testing certifications

Licenses and Certifications

• ASCP Certification (Preferred)

Skills

• Proven leadership and problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented; ability to work independently, establish priorities, handle multiple tasks simultaneously
• Interpersonal skills for courteous, effective interaction with supervisors, co-workers, clients
• Communication skills for telephone inquiries
• Ability to handle client information confidentially
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems

About the team

Quest Diagnostics honors service members and encourages veterans to apply. Does not accept unsolicited resumes from staffing agencies and will not pay agency fees for unsolicited submissions.