Medical Laboratory Scientist Group Lead

Quest Diagnostics•Ellsworth, ME

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Quest Diagnostics is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist Group Lead for a hospital-based position at Northern Lights Hospital in Ellsworth, Maine. The role performs moderate- and high-complexity testing that requires independent judgment and responsibility in the specialties for which the employee is qualified through education, training, and experience. The Group Lead assists the Lab Supervisor and serves as a technical resource for the department. The position works a rotating schedule Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM–7:30 PM. The listed pay range is $35.38–$39.31 per hour. Salary offers depend on relevant skills, training, experience, education, applicable certifications, market factors, and organizational factors. Successful candidates may be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation.

Requirements

Three to five years of clinical experience as a Medical Technologist within the designated discipline.
Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, or Biology, or prior qualification as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493.1433 published March 14, 1990.
Foreign-educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF; U.S.-educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript.
Comprehensive theoretical and operational job knowledge in the designated specialty.
Knowledge of organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.
Attention to detail and ability to work independently, establish priorities for self and others, and handle several tasks simultaneously.
Ability to schedule and manage resources to meet department goals.
Interpersonal skills to deal courteously and effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and clients.
Communication skills to handle telephone inquiries from clients.
Ability to handle client information confidentially.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.
Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods and to perform frequent walking or standing.
Manual dexterity to use a wide variety of manual and automated pipettes, laboratory instruments, and apparatuses.
Ability to lift and carry objects weighing 1–10 pounds frequently, 11–25 pounds occasionally, and 36–50 pounds seldom; objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a Medical Technologist at Quest Diagnostics.
ASCP certification.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate proficiency in all duties of a Medical Technologist I and II.
Perform and report assigned analytical tests according to applicable Standard Operating Procedures and quality-control requirements.
Follow laboratory policies and procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting, and maintaining patient test-result records.
Meet analytical schedules and turnaround times, including for STAT or critical results to clients.
Perform, review, and document quality-control analysis to ensure clinical-data accuracy and proper instrument function; make decisions about assay or test disposition.
Review requests for validity checks and recommend appropriate actions, considering specimen requirements and the effects of time and additional or repeat testing.
Investigate and resolve analytical testing problems, recommend action when results are beyond acceptable limits, and respond to complex or non-routine inquiries from clients and sales representatives.
Assist the Lab Supervisor by monitoring workflow, distributing and reviewing work assignments, training employees, resolving staff work-related problems, and providing input for performance appraisals and disciplinary actions.
Evaluate production systems, recommend enhancements, and coordinate resolution of production problems involving other laboratory departments.
Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional, and sanitary condition.
Complete applicable training and competency checklists and assist with annual department competency testing and documentation.
Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety requirements; use personal protective equipment and applicable engineering or work-practice controls as directed.
Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections when needed.
Perform necessary supervisor functions in the Supervisor’s absence when qualified and delegated.
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 health assessment through Blueprint for Wellness®.
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 Account.
Matching gifts program.
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education.
Career advancement opportunities.
Potential annual performance bonus compensation.