Sr. Medical Laboratory Scientist- Microbiology & Virology

Quest Diagnostics; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day 1 Medical

401(k) company match

Education assistance

Annual incentive plans

Job summary

Quest Diagnostics is hiring a Sr. Medical Laboratory Scientist in Hackensack, NJ. This hospital-based role operates Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM with rotational weekends and provides technical leadership.

The Senior MLS conducts complex testing, trains staff, and offers guidance on investigations and problem solving while ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years clinical lab experience in the designated department.
• MS degree in biology/chemistry with MLS experience if supervising.
• Experience with QC and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex laboratory testing and act as SME.
• Provide technical direction for non-routine testing.
• Investigate analytical problems and recommend actions.
• Train and develop staff under supervision.
• Ensure compliance with policies and regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Collaboration

Prioritization

Resource management

Patient confidentiality

Education

Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology

Associates degree in Laboratory Science

Job description

Sr. Medical Laboratory Scientist - Hackensack, NJ, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with rotational weekends

Quest Diagnostics is hiring a Sr. Medical Laboratory Scientist in Hackensack, NJ. This role is a hospital-based position at HUMC.

The Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist is proficient in all principal duties of a Medical Technologist I and II. This Subject Matter Expert (SME) is responsible for complex laboratory testing and has broad decision-making authority and independence. The Senior Med Tech is required to provide technical direction to staff regarding complex and non-routine testing and is a source of contact of inquiries from clients or sales representatives. The Senior is responsible for investigating and resolving analytical testing problems and recommending course of action. The Senior is responsible for training and development of staff under the direction of the Supervisor in accordance with the appropriate federal, state and local guidelines.

Pay range: $33.81 - $55.81 / 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

• 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

• Demonstrates all characteristics of Med Tech I and II
• Applies evidence based criteria to correlate and interpret laboratory testing data
• Performs clinical validation to optimize laboratory testing as directed
• Assumes role of technical subject matter expert by demonstrating problem solving and troubleshooting instrumentation and assays
• Serve as a technical resource for the unit by investigating and resolving analytical testing problems, recommending a course of action in instances identified as beyond acceptable limits, and responding to non-routine/complex inquiries and/or requests from clients and sales representatives.
• Assumes role of technical consultant and provides technical direction to team members regarding all matters of testing
• Assumes trainer and SME role in education; designs and implements training material. Evaluates technical competencies of team and provides recommendations for continuing education
• Proficient in understanding and interpreting trends and variables when implementing QC theory and policies
• Review requests for validity checks and recommend an appropriate course of action taking into account the limitations of specimen requirements and the effects of time and the quality of additional and/or repeat testing.
• Expedites the flow of work to maximize productive capacity by evaluating production systems and recommending enhancements and coordinating the resolution of production problems/issues involving other laboratory departments.
• Review unit activities to ensure compliance with departmental policies and federal, state, and local regulations.
• Competent in most areas within the department
• Participates in special projects as assigned
• Performs other duties as directed by Supervisor

Qualifications

Required Work Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years clinical experience with two (2) years in present department.
• If Sr MLS will be asked to perform delegated supervisory duties, then minimum required qualifications are:
• Master of Science Degree in biological or chemical science and two (2) years of work experience as a Medical Lab Scientist in the designated laboratory specialty.
• At least four (4) years of pertinent clinical laboratory experience subsequent to qualifying as a Medical Lab Scientist
• If operating within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania must have at least six (6) years of pertinent clinical laboratory experience subsequent to qualifying as a Medical Lab Scientist

Physical And Mental Requirements

• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time

Skills

• Demonstrates effective communication and collaboration skills within department as well as with other functions within the company and third parties (i.e.clients)
• Must have the ability to establish work priorities for self and others and handle several procedures simultaneously including troubleshooting instruments and other problems/issues.
• Ability to schedule and manage resources to meet department goals.
• Must protect patient confidentiality at all times.

Education

• Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, Biology or Chemistry or an Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology or have previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493. 1433 (Required)
• Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation). (Required)
• United States educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript. (Required)

Licenses and Certifications

• ASCP certification

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

About The Team

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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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