Evening MLS II — High-Complexity Lab Testing

Quest Diagnostics; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical

401(k) match

Education assistance

Vacation & Flex Time

Life and disability insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

Career advancement opportunities

Well-being programs

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist II in Rockville, MD for a Monday–Friday shift 2:30 PM–11:00 PM with rotational weekends. You will perform complex tests, troubleshoot instruments, and ensure quality control while adhering to SOPs and CLIA/HIPAA guidelines.

The role requires 1 year of full‑time lab experience (3+ preferred) and a BS/BA in Medical Technology or related science. Strong accuracy, teamwork, and communication with health professionals are essential.

Qualifications

• One year full-time experience or training in a clinical laboratory setting.
• Minimum of 3 years clinical experience with most current year in present department.
• BS/BA in Medical Technology, Biology or Chemistry, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology.
• ASCP certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Must demonstrate proficiency in all areas of testing and be proficient troubleshooting all applicable instruments/procedures.
• Provides support to the department in quality control, troubleshooting complex problems, customer support, instrument and equipment maintenance, staff training, process improvement and the completion of special projects as assigned.
• Perform and report on assigned analytical tests in accordance with SOPs ensuring QC requirements are met.
• Adhere to laboratory policies and procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Maintain turnaround time of results including STATS or critical results to clients.
• Enter test results into the Laboratory Information System for standardized report to be generated for physician review and interpretation.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Detail-oriented

Independent work

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Laboratory Information Systems

Education

BS/BA in Medical Technology, Biology or Chemistry

Associates degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology

ASCP Certification (Preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

Laboratory Information Systems (LIS)

Job description

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist II in Rockville, MD for a Monday–Friday shift 2:30 PM–11:00 PM with rotational weekends. You will perform complex tests, troubleshoot instruments, and ensure quality control while adhering to SOPs and CLIA/HIPAA guidelines.

The role requires 1 year of full‑time lab experience (3+ preferred) and a BS/BA in Medical Technology or related science. Strong accuracy, teamwork, and communication with health professionals are essential.