Medical Laboratory Technician I

QUEST DIAGNOSTICS INC; Coon Rapids, Northern (MN, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Education assistance

Vacation & time off

Health insurance

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics Inc. is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician I in Coon Rapids, MN. Monday–Friday with rotating mornings, weekends, and holidays.

Salary range $25.00–$36.12 per hour, with bonus potential based on performance. Responsibilities include performing routine analytical tests under supervision and reporting results via the LIS. Requirements include an Associate’s degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, with ASCP preferred.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology is required.
• ASCP certification is preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry/Biology or related field is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report analytical tests under supervision in accordance with SOPs.
• Support specimen handling, processing, test analysis, and record-keeping.
• Maintain turnaround times and report STAT/critical results to clients.
• Document QC analyses and ensure instrument function and data accuracy.
• Notify supervision of any testing issues and deviations.
• Enter results into LIS for physician review.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

LIS experience

Education

Associates Degree – Laboratory Science or Medical Technology

Bachelor’s Degree preferred

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Job description

Job Description

Medical Laboratory Technician I - Coon Rapids, MN, Monday to Friday, rotating shifts starting between 6:30 AM and 12:00 PM, with rotational weekends and holidays

Pay range: $25.00 - $36.12 / hour

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!

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

Responsibilities:

• Perform and report on assigned analytical tests under the direction of senior personnel in 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 results including 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, functional and sanitary condition.
• Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.
• Adheres to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and 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:

Required WorkExperience:

Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493.1433 published in March 14, 1990.

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 in clinical testing.
• Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.

Skills:

• Must be detail-oriented, have the ability to work independently, establish work priorities and handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with supervisors, co-workers and 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, Excel and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.

Education

• Associates Degree Laboratory Science or Medical Technology. Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF. United States educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript. (Required)
• Bachelor’s Degree BS in Medical Technology or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• ASCP Certification (Preferred)

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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