Medical Laboratory Scientist I

Quest Diagnostics; Presque Isle (ME); On-site; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with company match

Performance bonus eligibility

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is looking for a Medical Laboratory Scientist I in Presque Isle, ME. This hospital-based role at Northern Lights Hospital requires a BS in Medical Technology or related fields. Responsibilities include analyzing specimens, maintaining records, and following safety guidelines. The position offers a minimum hourly wage of $29.24, with eligibility for a performance bonus and a comprehensive benefits package including a 401(k) plan.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, or Biology is preferred.
• Previous qualification as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493 is accepted.
• 1 year of clinical experience in high complexity testing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Follow procedures for specimen handling and processing.
• Analyze specimens using approved testing methods.
• Review and release test results.
• Report problems affecting test performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards.

Skills

Specimen handling and processing

Test analyses

Proficiency testing

Analytic skills

Understanding of CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA guidelines

Education

BS in Medical Technology

BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology

Associate’s degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology

Job description

Medical Laboratory Scientist I – Presque Isle, ME

On-Call Monday-Friday 6:00am-2:30pm (variable hours & weekends)

Department: General Lab

Quest Diagnostics is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist I in Presque Isle, ME. This role is a hospital-based position at Northern Lights Hospital.

Salary

Minimum of $29.24+ per hour. Salary offers are based on relevant skills, training, experience, education, and certifications. Eligible for an annual performance bonus.

Benefits

401(k) Plan with eligibility after one month and a fully vested company match up to 5% after 12 months of service. On‑call employees are eligible for a 401(k) pre‑tax and/or Roth IRA with a 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 results.
• Maintain records that demonstrate 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.
• Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures when test systems are not within acceptable levels of performance.
• Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting; correct problems or notify the senior technologist or supervisor.

Qualifications

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

Work Experience

• 1 year of clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred.
• MLS, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Lab Scientist, Med Tech, Medical Technologist, CLS, Clinical Lab Scientist.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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