Electron Microscopy Technologist

Quest Diagnostics; Lewisville (TX); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is seeking an Electron Microscopy Technologist in Lewisville, TX, to perform critical analyses of patient samples ensuring high-quality images. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least 1-2 years of experience, with comprehensive benefits, including competitive pay and career advancement opportunities.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours

15 PTO days first year

Paid Holidays

Annual Bonus Opportunity

401(k) with matching contributions

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Tuition Reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate programs

Training provided

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of related experience or training required.
• Preferred ASCP certification.
• Ability to handle biological samples and hazardous chemicals.

Responsibilities

• Perform quantitative and qualitative analysis of patient specimens.
• Critically review all EM images for patient data generation.
• Document and communicate specimen requirements and inspect for compliance.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Manual dexterity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biological, clinical Laboratory or electron microscopy technology

Job description

Overview

Electron Microscopy Technologist Quest/MedFusion - Lewisville, TX Tuesday - Saturday 1:00pm-9:30pm

Pay Range: $33.00+ per 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.

Perform quantitative and/or qualitative analysis of patient samples that require objective evaluation and subjective judgement to directly achieve high quality electron microscopy images.

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!

Responsibilities

• Examine and evaluate specimens for compliance with all pre-analytical specimen requirements.
• Determine acceptability of specimens by performing visual inspections. Document unacceptable specimens according to appropriate policy. Communicate specimen requirements to appropriate personnel.
• Perform quantitative and/or qualitative analysis of patient specimens.
• Perform laboratory functions that requires subjective judgment to directly achieve high quality EM images.
• Critically review all EM images for patient data generation.
• Maintain positive identification of specimens throughout all phases of the assay.
• Answer routine questions, address and resolve routine problems relating to assays performed, troubleshoot as needed.
• Work closely with pathologists and communicate with clients on technical issues.
• Upload EM images into the network drive for physicians review and interpretation.
• Perform and document routine daily temperature monitoring, instrument maintenance and calibration according to established schedule and procedures. Troubleshoot instrument and/or method failures.
• 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.
• Perform quality control for all testing and meet established ranges before EM images are released. Recognize factors that affect measurements and results and take appropriate action according to predetermined protocols.
• Coordinate the preparation of chemicals, reagents and solutions, as appropriate to department.
• Inform appropriate personnel of department supply needs ensuring uninterrupted testing.
• Participate in continuing education and competency programs and comply with regulatory and accrediting agency requirements.
• May assist supervisor with training of other laboratory personnel.
• Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition.
• Adhere to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements.
• Required to use (a) personal protective equipment, (b) engineering controls and/or (c) work practice controls as directed by management
• Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

Qualifications

Required Work Experience:

• One (1) to two (2) years related experience or training.

Preferred Work Experience:

• n/a

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.
• Frequent walking and/or standing.
• Occasional repetitive motions.
• Ability to use fine motor skills to operate office equipment and/or machinery.
• Visual acuity including but not limited to, color differentiation, depth perception and peripheral vision abilities.
• 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.

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 to work independently, establish work priorities and to handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively 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.
• Required to handle biological samples and potentially hazardous chemicals.

Required Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in biological, clinical Laboratory or electron microscopy technology.
• Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation).
• United States educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript.

License/Certifications:

• ASCP (Preferred)

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.

EEO

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