Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Microbiology

Quest Diagnostics; Erie (Erie County); Sur place; USD 50 000 - 62 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Day 1 Medical, dental & vision

401(k) with company match

Annual incentive plans

Education assistance

Career advancement opportunities

Résumé du poste

Quest Diagnostics in Erie, PA is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist I (Microbiology) to join the team on the evening shift. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for training within a Fortune 500 diagnostic leader.

Responsibilities include specimen handling, testing, reporting, and adherence to CLIA/HIPAA guidelines; prior high-complexity experience is preferred. The role requires a BS in Medical Technology or related field.

Qualifications

• BS in Medical Technology or a related science preferred.
• One year of clinical experience in high complexity testing is preferred.
• BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology; or an AS in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology may be acceptable.

Responsabilités

• Follow laboratory 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 as described in their guidelines.
• Follow established policies and procedures when test systems are not within acceptable performance levels.
• Identify problems that may affect test performance or reporting and notify the senior technologist or supervisor.

Connaissances

Laboratory testing

Specimen handling

Quality control

Proficiency testing

Formation

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology

BS in Chemistry or Biology

Associate degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology

42 CFR 493 qualification

Description du poste

Job Description

Medical Laboratory Scientist I (Microbiology) - Erie, PA, Days vary, 4:00 PM to 4:30 AM + 1 additional 4-hour shift.

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: Minimum of $23.93+ 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 Information

• 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

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

About The Team

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply.

While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.

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