DLO Night Shift Microbiology MLS/MLT I

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Diagnostic Laboratory of Oklahoma (DLO) in Oklahoma City, OK seeks a laboratory technician to perform microbiology tests and assist with specimen processing. You will work 10-hour shifts with rotating weekends and holidays, maintaining a professional and collaborative work environment.

Ideal candidates have general lab knowledge, QA/QC experience, and a relevant AS/BS degree in Medical Laboratory Technology; ASCP certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• General laboratory knowledge and ability to use computers.
• Knowledge of QA and QC; Microbiology or Molecular Biology experience preferred.
• AS or BS degree in Medical Lab Technology or equivalent.
• Ability to work overtime and rotate 10-hour shifts including weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform tests in microbiology and assist with specimen processing as needed.
• Follow employer policies and work with colleagues professionally; perform instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.

Skills

General lab knowledge

QA/QC

Microbiology

Molecular biology

Education

AS or BS in Medical Lab Technology

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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