Medical Laboratory Technician II
Quest Diagnostics · Erie, PA · 3 wk ago
Analyst$26.5/hrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Perform and report on assigned analytical tests in accordance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) ensuring that applicable quality control requirements are met.
- May perform some moderate/high complexity testing with specific on-site training and oversight.
- Actively support and comply with laboratory policies and procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
- Adhere to analytical schedules to maintain turnaround time of results including STATS or critical results to clients.
- Ensure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates and if applicable opened dates.
- Perform and document QC analysis to ensure accuracy of clinical data and proper instrument function.
- Make quality control decisions regarding the disposition of an assay or test.
- Responsible for informing supervisory personnel of all problems associated with the proper performance of test procedures.
- Report any actual or potential deviation from standard or accepted testing procedures and cooperate fully with any investigation of same.
- Review and enter test results into the Laboratory Information System for standardized report to be generated for physician review and interpretation.
- Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition.
- Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.
- 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.
Requirements
- Minimum of three (3) years high complexity testing in clinical laboratory experience for those with BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology.
- Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493. 1433 published in March 14, 1990.
- Three (3) to six (6) years high complexity testing in clinical laboratory experience preferred.
Qualifications
- Associates Degree Laboratory Science or Medical Technology.
- Bachelor’s Degree BS in Medical Technology or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology (Preferred).
- ASCP Certification (Preferred).
Benefits
- Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours.
- Best-in-class well-being programs.
- Annual, no-cost health assessment program.
- Blueprint for Wellness® mental health program.
- Vacation and Health/Flex Time.
- 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off.
- FinFit financial coaching and services.
- 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service.
- Employee stock purchase plan.
- Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option.
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Annual incentive plans.
- Matching gifts program.
- Education assistance through MyQuest for Education.
- Career advancement opportunities.