Medical Laboratory Scientist I
About The Position
Quest Diagnostics is recruiting a Medical Laboratory Scientist I for its laboratory in Tucker, Georgia. The position is scheduled Wednesday through Sunday, 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM. The role performs laboratory testing and related work involving specimen handling, analysis, result review and release, and record maintenance. The stated pay range is $30.00 or more per hour. Employees 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; details are provided if an offer is extended. Salary offers depend on factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, applicable certifications, and market and organizational factors. Successful candidates may be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is available to eligible external candidates, and relocation assistance will be considered. The position follows laboratory procedures and applicable regulatory and safety guidelines. The employer describes training and career advancement opportunities and offers a range of benefits and programs, with eligibility depending in part on whether the role is part-time or full-time and other applicable criteria.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology is preferred, or a bachelor’s degree in Chemistry or Biology, an associate degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or prior qualification as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493.
- One year of clinical experience in high-complexity testing is preferred.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree 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 records of patient test results.
- 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 as described in their respective guidelines.
- Follow established laboratory policies and procedures when test systems are outside the laboratory’s acceptable performance levels.
- Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or 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 who work 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) 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.
- Potential $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible external candidates.
- Relocation assistance may be considered.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
