Medical Laboratory Scientist Group Lead

Quest Diagnostics•Cincinnati, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist Group Lead performs moderate- and high-complexity testing and reporting in qualified specialties, exercising independent judgment and responsibility. The role supports the Lab Supervisor and serves as a technical resource for the department, helping maintain accurate results, quality standards, efficient workflow, staff readiness, and regulatory compliance. The position is located in Cincinnati, Ohio, and works Monday through Friday from 9:00 PM to 5:30 AM. The listed pay range starts at $35.00 per hour. The role offers a 15% shift differential for some or all third-shift hours and a $10,000 sign-on bonus. Candidates may also be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation. Salary offers consider relevant skills, training, experience, education, certifications where applicable, and market and organizational factors. Benefits may vary depending on whether the position is part-time or full-time. Offerings listed include medical and supplemental health coverage, dental and vision coverage for eligible full-time employees, well-being programs, a health assessment program, mental health support, vacation and health/flex time, holidays and a personal day, financial coaching, a 401(k) with company match, an employee stock purchase plan, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, annual incentive plans, matching gifts, education assistance, and career advancement opportunities.

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 (International Education Research Foundation).
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.
Detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently, establish work 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 meet the stated physical demands, including frequent lifting and carrying of objects weighing 1–10 pounds, occasional lifting and carrying of 11–25 pounds, and standing or walking frequently and working at a bench for long periods.
Manual dexterity sufficient to use a variety of manual and automated pipettes, laboratory instruments, and apparatuses.

Nice To Haves

Experience as a Medical Technologist at Quest is highly desired.
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 maintenance of patient test-result records.
Follow analytical schedules to maintain result turnaround times, including STAT and critical results to clients.
Perform, review, and document quality-control analyses to ensure clinical data accuracy and proper instrument function.
Make quality-control decisions about whether an assay or test should be released or otherwise dispositioned.
Review requests for validity checks and recommend appropriate action, considering specimen requirements, timing, and the quality of 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 and requests 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 safe, functional, and sanitary condition.
Complete training and competency checklists and assist with annual departmental competency testing and documentation.
Comply with CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety requirements and review departmental activities for compliance.
Use personal protective equipment, engineering controls, and/or work-practice controls as directed by management.
Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections if needed.
Perform necessary supervisor functions in the absence of a Supervisor when qualified and delegated.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Day 1 medical and supplemental health coverage, dental and vision coverage for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours.
Well-being programs.
Annual no-cost health assessment program.
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 buy-up option.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Annual incentive plans.
Matching gifts program.
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education.
Career advancement opportunities.
$10,000 sign-on bonus.
Potential annual performance bonus compensation.
Potential 10% second-shift or 15% third-shift differential for some or all eligible hours worked.