Medical Laboratory Scientist I

Quest Diagnostics; Dover-Foxcroft (ME); On-site; USD 33,231 - 47,330; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical on day 1

Well-being programs

Blueprint for Wellness

Mental health program

Vacation & time off

MyDay off

401(k) plan with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Life and disability insurance

FSAs

Annual incentives

Education assistance

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist I for a hospital-based role at Northern Lights Hospital in Dover Foxcroft, ME. The position requires handling specimens, performing tests, and ensuring accurate result reporting while complying with CLIA, HIPAA, and OSHA guidelines.

Minimum pay starts at $29.24 per hour, with eligibility for annual bonus based on performance. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage from day one and retirement/stock plans, among others.

Qualifications

• BS in Medical Technology or related field; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology; or AS in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology.
• Experience with high-complexity tests and proficiency testing.
• Ability to maintain accurate records and adhere to CLIA/HIPAA/OSHA guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process specimens and perform test analyses.
• Review and release test results.
• Ensure proper documentation and adherence to safety protocols.

Skills

Laboratory testing

Record keeping

Analytical thinking

Quality control

Education

BS in Medical Technology

BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology

AS in Laboratory Science

Tools

Laboratory equipment operation

Job description

Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Dover Foxcroft, ME

Department: General Lab

Location: Dover Foxcroft, ME at Northern Lights Hospital

Job Type: Monday - Friday varied days, 8:00 AM – 8:30 PM, with rotational weekends.

Quest Diagnostics is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist I in Dover Foxcroft, ME. This role is a hospital‑based position at Northern Lights Hospital.

Pay range: Minimum of $29.24 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

• 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.

Education & Qualifications

• 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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