Medical Laboratory Scientist

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with company match up to 5

Annual bonus eligibility

On-call benefits

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist in Indianapolis, IN, on-call. The role involves handling specimens, performing analyses, and ensuring accurate reporting while adhering to CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA guidelines.

Training and advancement opportunities are available in a Fortune 500 diagnostics leader. The position offers competitive pay and benefits with eligibility for annual bonus and a strong 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology
• 1 year clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred.
• MLS/CLS/Med Tech credentials or related titles

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 proficiency testing samples are tested like patient specimens.
• Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures.
• Review and release test results.
• Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and safety guidelines.
• Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures when test systems are not within acceptable performance levels.
• Identify problems that may affect test performance or reporting, correct or notify supervisor

Skills

MLS credentials

Clinical lab skills

Education

BS in Medical Technology or related

Associates in Lab Science/Medical Technology

42 CFR 493 qualified technologist

Job description

Job Description

Medical Laboratory Scientist - Indianapolis, IN, On-Call

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: $24.52+ per hour

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:

Quest Diagnostics provides employees the opportunity to invest in the future through a 401(k) Plan with eligibility for all employees after one month, and after one year, a fully vested company match up to 5% of pay.

On-call employees are eligible for:

• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service

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

Education:

BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493

Work Experience:

1 year Clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred.

MLS, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Lab Scientist, Med Tech, Medical Technologist, CLS, Clinical Lab Scientist

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