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Medical Laboratory Scientist I

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated

Palmerston North

On-site

NZD 60,000 - 80,000

Full time

30+ days ago

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Job summary

An established industry player in diagnostic information services is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist I. This role offers the chance to work with state-of-the-art laboratory instrumentation and make a significant impact on patient care. You will be responsible for analyzing specimens, maintaining records, and ensuring compliance with safety guidelines. The company values employee health and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage from day one, along with opportunities for career advancement. If you're detail-oriented and passionate about laboratory science, this is an exciting opportunity for you.

Benefits

Day 1 Medical/Dental/Vision for FT employees
15 PTO days first year
Paid Holidays
Annual Bonus Opportunity
401(k) with matching contributions
Variable compensation plan (AIP) bonus
Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Tuition Reimbursement
Training provided

Qualifications

  • Minimum one year experience in a clinical laboratory setting.
  • ASCP Certification required for this position.

Responsibilities

  • Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing.
  • Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures.
  • Review and release test results.

Skills

Detail-oriented
Interpersonal skills
Communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Laboratory Information Systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry or Biology

Tools

Laboratory instruments
Automated pipettes

Job description

Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Olean, NY

Department: General Lab

Schedule: Evening | 4 X 10 hour shifts, rotational weekends (every other)

Are you intrigued by the science of the human body? Curious about state-of-the-art laboratory instrumentation? Looking to join a Fortune 500 company leading the world in providing diagnostic information services? Quest Diagnostics is now recruiting for technologist positions ranging from entry level to experienced, with a wide range of benefits and training!

Pay Range: $23.93 - $39.47 / hour; Employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.


Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.


Benefits Information:
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects - physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

  • Day 1 Medical/Dental/Vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
  • 15 PTO days first year
  • Paid Holidays
  • Annual Bonus Opportunity
  • 401(k) with matchingcontributions
  • Variable compensation plan (AIP) bonus
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Blueprint for Wellness
  • Tuition Reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate programs for FT employees who work 30+ hours
  • Opportunities for career advancement
  • Training provided!

Job Responsibilities:

  • Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test result.
  • Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
  • Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures.
  • Review and release test results.
  • Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines.
  • Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
  • Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required WorkExperience:

Minimum one (1) year full-time experience or training(high complexity testing)in a clinical laboratory settingfor those with BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology

Preferred Work Experience:

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

Knowledge:

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

Skills:

  • Must be detail-oriented,have the ability towork independently, establish work priorities and to handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
  • Interpersonal skillsnecessaryto deal courteously andeffectively 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.

EDUCATION
Bachelor's Degree(Required)

LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS
ASCP Certification

* New York licensing required

Physical and Mental Requirements:

  • 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.
  • Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time.
  • 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.

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.

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Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.

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