Clinical Lab Scientist I

Quest Diagnostics•San Juan Capistrano, CA

1d•$39 - $67

About The Position

The Clinical Lab Scientist I performs clinical laboratory testing in accordance with applicable policies and procedures. The position independently performs moderate to highly complex tests, evaluates results and quality controls, and helps ensure accurate and timely reporting. It also includes maintaining laboratory equipment, supporting staff training, communicating with colleagues and customers, and following safety, environmental, and infection-control requirements. The position is located in San Juan Capistrano, California, and is scheduled Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 PM to 6:30 AM. The pay range is $40.00–$56.44 per hour. The employee may be eligible for a shift differential of 10% for some or all second-shift hours and 15% for some or all third-shift hours. Annual performance bonus compensation may also be available. Salary offers consider relevant skills, training, experience, education, certifications, market factors, and organizational factors.

Requirements

Zero to three years of direct experience in a laboratory setting.
Bachelor’s degree in medical technology or another life or physical science from an accredited college or university.
Current State Clinical Laboratory Scientist license if necessary, such as in California.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Ability to lift and carry objects frequently weighing 1–10 pounds, occasionally weighing 11–25 pounds, and seldom weighing 26–50 pounds; objects over 50 pounds must not be lifted or carried without assistance.
Ability to perform repetitive tasks, including frequent simple grasping, reaching, and fine manipulation.
Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods.
Good eye-hand coordination.
Color-blindness testing is required upon hiring or transfer into technical functions requiring detection of or rating of color intensity.

Nice To Haves

Strong typing skills are desirable.
Other automation skills are helpful.

Responsibilities

Independently perform moderate to highly complex clinical tests according to required procedures and policies, including newly introduced tests requiring defined skills.
Prepare and oversee preparation of reagents, media, stock solutions, standards, and controls; test new reagents or controls and evaluate their usefulness.
Determine whether specimens are acceptable for testing according to established criteria.
Calculate results using testing data through manual or computerized procedures.
Enter test results accurately, review computer reports for accurate reporting, and follow analytical schedules to maintain turnaround times.
Evaluate routine and complex analyses before releasing patient reports; respond appropriately to critical, unusual, or unexpected results and document actions taken.
Perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and calibration of laboratory equipment.
Evaluate instrument performance checks and perform required linearity, accuracy, and precision checks.
Perform quality control and calibrations at the appropriate frequency, evaluate results, and determine whether results may be released.
Select and evaluate control materials using established criteria and initiate corrective action when test systems do not meet criteria.
Accurately perform and record proficiency testing.
Detect and correct technical and operational problems; notify the supervisor and contact manufacturers or field service support when needed.
Track and label reagents and supplies accurately.
Maintain a safe and neat work area.
Communicate effectively with staff, the immediate manager, suppliers, and internal and external customers through meetings and written and verbal interactions.
Participate in staff and assigned Quality Improvement meetings.
Take on additional business-related responsibilities or projects delegated by the Supervisor or Manager, including evaluating techniques and procedures, method comparisons, cost analyses, reference ranges, technical procedures, productivity, and key results measures.
Follow company procedures and guidelines for safety, environmental protection, and infection control; collect and dispose of waste in appropriate receptacles.
Maintain integrity and honesty, including protecting confidential information.
Provide direct and constant supervision to unlicensed staff as necessary; train staff in routine and complex procedures and support training programs where applicable.
Maintain professional growth through continuing education that meets California state licensure requirements.
Answer and transfer phone calls or take accurate messages.
Comply with health and safety policies, procedures, and practices, and use required personal protective equipment.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees working 30 or more hours.
Well-being programs.
Annual no-cost Blueprint for Wellness health assessment program.
healthyMINDS mental health program.
Vacation and Health/Flex Time.
Six holidays plus one 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, with a buy-up option.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Annual incentive plans.
Matching gifts program.
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education.
Career advancement opportunities.