Medical Laboratory Technician

Quest Diagnostics; Wood Dale (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves performing routine lab tests under the guidance of senior personnel, ensuring quality control, and maintaining laboratory safety standards. With a focus on employee well-being, the company offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career advancement. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in clinical testing, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to delivering accurate results. Join a forward-thinking organization that values innovation and teamwork!

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Life and disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Education assistance

Vacation and holidays

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of clinical experience preferred.
• Detail-oriented with strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine lab tests and report results.
• Ensure quality control and compliance with SOPs.
• Maintain laboratory safety and equipment.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Laboratory testing knowledge

Education

Associates Degree

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Automated pipettes

Job description

Overview

Medical Laboratory Technician

Quest Diagnostics - Wood Dale, IL

Shifts Open:

Tuesday to Saturday 10:00pm - 6:30am

Tuesday - Saturday 8:00am -5:00pm

Tuesday - Saturday 3:00pm - 11:30pm

Monday - Friday 1:00am - 9:30am

Perform routine lab tests under the direction of senior laboratory personnel in those specialties in which they are qualified by education, training and experience.

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: $21.36 - $35.24 / 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:

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

• Perform and report on assigned analytical testsunder the direction of senior personnelin accordance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) ensuring that applicable quality control requirements are met.
• May perform some moderate complexity testing with specific on-site training and oversight.
• Actively support and comply with laboratory policies and procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Adhere to analytical schedules to maintain a turnaround time of resultsincluding STATS or critical results to clients.
• Ensure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates and if applicable opened dates.
• Perform and document QC analysis to ensure accuracy of clinical data and proper instrument function. Make quality control decisions regarding the disposition of an assay or test.
• Responsible for informing supervisory personnel of all problems associated with the proper performance of test procedures.
• Report any actual or potential deviation from standard or accepted testing procedures and cooperate fully with any investigation of same.
• Review and enter test results into the Laboratory Information System for standardized report to be generated for physician review and interpretation.
• Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe,functionaland sanitary condition.
• Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.
• Adheres to all established CLIA, HIPAA,OSHAand laboratory safety requirements.
• Required to use (a) personal protective equipment, (b) engineering controls and/or (c) work practice controls as directed by management.
• Answer questions from clients or other lab personnel, if applicable.
• Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.
• Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Preferred Work Experience:

One (1) to three (3) years of clinical experience preferred.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
• Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time.
• Frequent walking and/or standing.
• May be required to use a wide variety of manual and automated pipettes and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of which demand significant manual dexterity.

Knowledge:

• Basic theoretical and operational job knowledge inclinical testing.
• Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.

Skills:

• Must be detail-oriented,have the ability towork independently, establish work priorities and handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously andeffectively with supervisors,co-workersand clients.
• Communication skills necessary to handle telephone inquiries from clients.
• Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word,Exceland Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.

EDUCATION Associates Degree(Required)LICENSECERTIFICATIONS ASCP Certification

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.

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EEO

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