Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Microbiology

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 33,527 - 47,751; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical, dental, and vision for FT employees

Annual health assessment program

401(k) with company match

Education assistance

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

A leading diagnostic services company is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist I for its Lewisville, TX location. This position involves specimen handling, test analysis, and following regulatory guidelines. Applicants should have a relevant degree and at least one year of clinical experience in Microbiology. The role offers competitive hourly pay starting at $29.50, potential shift differentials, and outstanding benefits including health insurance and retirement savings plans.

Qualifications

• BS in Medical Technology preferred.
• 1 year clinical experience in Microbiology required.
• Previous qualification as a technologist under 42 CFR 493.

Responsibilities

• Follow procedures for specimen handling and processing.
• Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures.
• Review and release test results.

Skills

Laboratory specimen handling

Analytical skills

Knowledge of HIPAA and safety guidelines

Problem identification and resolution

Education

BS in Medical Technology

BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology

Associates degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology

Job description

Overview

Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Lewisville, TX, Wednesday to Sunday, 2:00 AM to 10:30 AM

Department - Clinical Laboratory - Microbiology

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: $29.50+ 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

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
• Annual incentive plans
• 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) in Microbiology.

MLS, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Lab Scientist, Med Tech, Medical Technologist, CLS, Clinical Lab Scientist

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