Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Microbiology

Quest Diagnostics; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Flexible Spending Accounts

Vacation and Health/Flex Time

Education assistance

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist I in Tampa, FL. This role includes working Wednesday to Sunday from 1:00 AM to 9:30 AM.

Eligible candidates may receive a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 and relocation assistance. The position offers competitive pay starting at $30.00+ per hour, with additional shift differentials for evening and night shifts.

Successful candidates will possess a BS in Medical Technology or related field and ideally, 1 year of clinical experience. Comprehensive benefits and career advancement opportunities are also part of this role.

Qualifications

• Preferred BS in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology, or relevant laboratory science.
• 1 year clinical experience preferred in high complexity testing.

Responsibilities

• Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling.
• Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures.
• Identify problems affecting test performance.

Skills

Clinical experience

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Education

BS in Medical Technology

BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology

Associate's degree in a Laboratory Science

Job description

Job Description

Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Tampa, FL - Wednesday to Sunday, 1:00 AM to 9:30 AM

Up to $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible external candidates

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 (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 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. 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 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 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

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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