Medical Laboratory Scientist I
About The Position
Quest Diagnostics is recruiting a Medical Laboratory Scientist I for its Lenexa, Kansas laboratory. The role involves analyzing specimens, reviewing and releasing test results, and following laboratory procedures for specimen handling, processing, testing, reporting, and recordkeeping. The scientist is also responsible for maintaining proficiency-testing records, following applicable regulatory and safety guidelines, and addressing or escalating problems that could affect testing or result reporting. The stated schedule is Monday through Friday, 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM. The position offers a pay range starting at $28.00 per hour, with potential eligibility for a 15% night-shift differential for some or all hours worked on the third shift. Eligible employees may also receive annual performance bonus compensation. Salary offers depend on factors including skills, training, experience, education, certifications, market conditions, and organizational factors.
Requirements
- One year of clinical experience in high-complexity testing is preferred.
- Meet one of the listed education or qualification pathways: a BS in Medical Technology (preferred); a BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology; an associate degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology; or prior qualification as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493.
Nice To Haves
- BS in Medical Technology.
- One year of clinical experience in high-complexity testing.
Responsibilities
- Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining patient test-result records.
- Maintain records demonstrating 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.
- Follow established laboratory policies and procedures when test systems are outside acceptable performance levels.
- Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or result reporting, correct encountered problems, or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor.
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 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 a buy-up option.
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Annual incentive plans.
- Matching gifts program.
- Education assistance through MyQuest for Education.
- Career advancement opportunities.
- Potential annual performance bonus compensation.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
