DLO Night Shift Microbiology MLS/MLT I

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Diagnostic Laboratory of Oklahoma (DLO) in Oklahoma City, OK, seeks a Medical Laboratory Technologist to perform microbiology tests and assist with specimen processing. The role requires maintaining QA/QC practices, operating lab instruments, and collaborating with a team.

The position reports to a professional environment with rotating 4-10 hour night shifts, weekends, and holidays. AS/BS degrees and preferred ASCP certification are noted, with overtime as required.

Qualifications

• General laboratory knowledge, including the ability to use computers and QA/QC understanding.
• Preferred experience in Microbiology or Molecular Biology.
• ASCP Certification is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests in microbiology and assist with specimen processing.
• Follow lab policies and maintain a professional, productive work environment.
• Perform instrument maintenance and troubleshooting as needed.
• Work collaboratively with team members to ensure quality results.

Skills

Lab knowledge & QA/QC

Computers

Microbiology experience

Molecular biology

Education

AS in Medical Lab Technology

BS in Medical Technology

Tools

Pipettes & instruments

Job description

Job Description

Diagnostic Laboratory of Oklahoma (DLO)

Location: Oklahoma City, OK

Hours: 8:30pm-7am; variable hours (4-10 hour shifts) rotating weekends and holidays

Essential Functions:

• Report to work on time and prepared for each scheduled shift
• Perform all assigned duties and processes, including tasks for which you are fully qualified and those within your demonstrated capabilities
• Maintain a positive, professional, and supportive attitude throughout the workday
• Work collaboratively as a team member and contribute to a respectful, productive work environment

Responsibilities:

• Perform tests in microbiology and assist with specimen processing as needed.
• Follow employer policies, work with fellow employees in a professional, productive manner, and perform instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.

Qualifications:

Required Knowledge:

• General laboratory knowledge, including the ability to use computers. Must have knowledge of QA and QC. Previous experience in Microbiology or Molecular Biology preferred.

Required Experience:

• AS degree in Medical Lab Technology or BS in Medical Technology.

Special Requirements:

• Ability to maintain a professional courteous and pleasant attitude in times of heavy workload and stress.
• Teamwork with fellow employees is a must.
• Keyboard skills are important.
• Good customer service skills, professional appearance and attitude.
• Must work overtime or other shifts if required.
• Able to work 10 hour shifts, rotating weekends and holidays.

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.

Licenses and Certifications

• ASCP Certification (Preferred)

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