Medical Laboratory Scientist I

Maine Tech Hub; Bangor (ME); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical Benefits

Well-being programs

Blueprint for Wellness

Vacation and Health/Flex Time

401(k) matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist I in Bangor, ME, working Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM with rotating weekends, holidays, and on-call. The hospital-based position is in Northern Lights Hospital and offers comprehensive benefits and training.

Pay ranges from $29.24 to $32.49 per hour, with eligibility for a performance bonus depending on factors such as skills and achievements. Applicants should meet the listed education and experience requirements and join a Fortune 500

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or an Associate degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493.

Responsibilities

• Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Maintain proficiency testing records and ensure testing aligns with standard methods.
• Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures and review results before release.
• Adhere to CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines.
• Identify and report problems affecting test performance or test results.

Skills

MLS/Medical Laboratory Scientist

Medical Lab Scientist

Med Tech

Clinical Lab Scientist

Education

BS in Medical Technology

BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology

AS in Laboratory Science

Job description

Job Description

Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Bangor, ME, Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 5:00PM, with rotational weekends, holidays, and on call
Department: Management Labs - Core Lab Generalist (Hematology & Chemistry)
Quest Diagnostics is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist I in Bangor, ME. This role is a hospital-based position at Northern Lights Hospital.

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: $29.24 - $32.49 / 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:

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness
• healthyMINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off
• FinFit financial coaching and services
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life and disability insurance, plus buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!

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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