Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Auto Chem

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Tucker (GA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical

Well‑being programs

Blueprint for Wellness

401(k) match

Education assistance

Career advancement

Job summary

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist I in Tucker, GA in the Auto Chemistry Department. The position runs Tuesday to Saturday, 12:00 PM to 8:30 PM with a $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible external candidates.

Pay starts at $30.00+ per hour with potential shift differentials of 10% on some second shifts and 15% on some third shifts. Relocation assistance may be considered; annual bonus eligibility is possible based on performance.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Follow procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and records.
• Maintain records showing proficiency testing samples are tested as patient specimens.
• Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures.
• Review and release test results.
• Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines.
• Follow established policies and procedures when test systems underperform.
• Identify problems affecting test performance and notify senior staff.

Skills

Medical Laboratory Testing

Quality Control

Record Keeping

Attention to Detail

Education

BS in Medical Technology

BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology

Associate's in Laboratory Science

Tools

Auto Chemistry Analyzers

CLIA compliance

Job description

Job Description

Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Auto Chemistry Department - Tucker, GA - Tuesday to Saturday, 12:00 PM to 8:30 PM

$10,000 Sign On Bonus for Eligible External Candidate

Relocation assistance will be considered

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: $30.00+ per hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.

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.

Qualifications

Education: BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associate's 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.

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