Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Hematology

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Royal Oak (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Best-in-class benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Inc in Royal Oak, MI seeks a Medical Laboratory Scientist I for Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with rotational weekend duties. The role involves following procedures for specimen handling, test analyses, and reporting results in a state-of-the-art laboratory environment.

The candidate will analyze specimens, review and release results, and comply with CLIA/HIPAA/OSHA guidelines while pursuing training opportunities and career growth within a Fortune 500 diagnostics leader.

Qualifications

• BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associates in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology; previously qualified under 42 CFR 493.
• 1 year clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred.
• MLS, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Lab Scientist, Med Tech, Medical Technologist, CLS, Clinical Lab Scientist.

Responsibilities

• Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling, processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining patient test records.
• Maintain records showing proficiency testing samples are tested the same as patient specimens.
• Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures.
• Review and release test results.
• Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines.
• Adhere to laboratory policies when test systems exceed performance limits.
• Identify problems that may affect test performance or reporting and notify senior staff.

Skills

MLS/Medical Laboratory Scientist

Medical Laboratory Scientist

Med Tech

CLS

Clinical Lab Scientist

Education

BS in Medical Technology

Job description

Job Description

Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Royal Oak, MI, Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, with rotational weekend

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!

Benefits information:

We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects – physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:

• 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
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities
• and so much more!

Responsibilities:

Job 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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