Medical Laboratory Scientist I- Generalist (On Call)

Quest Diagnostics • Albuquerque, NM

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Generalist for an on-call, evening shift position in Albuquerque, NM. This role is ideal for individuals intrigued by the science of the human body, curious about state-of-the-art laboratory instrumentation, and looking to join a leading Fortune 500 company in diagnostic information services. The company offers a wide range of benefits and training opportunities for technologist positions from entry-level to experienced.

Requirements

• BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493
• 1 year Clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred.
• MLS, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Lab Scientist, Med Tech, Medical Technologist, CLS, Clinical Lab Scientist

Responsibilities

• Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test result.
• Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
• Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures.
• Review and release test results.
• Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines.
• Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
• Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor.

Benefits

• 401(k) Plan with eligibility for all employees after one month
• Fully vested company match up to 5% of pay after one year
• On-call employees are eligible for: 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service
• Shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift.
• Annual performance bonus compensation

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree