Medical Laboratory Scientist I
About The Position
Quest Diagnostics is recruiting a Medical Laboratory Scientist I to perform clinical laboratory testing in Westfield, Indiana. The role involves handling and processing specimens, conducting analyses using approved procedures, reviewing and releasing test results, and maintaining accurate records. The scientist follows laboratory policies and applicable CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines, and responds to testing or performance issues by correcting them or promptly notifying a senior technologist or supervisor. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday, 11:00 AM to 7:30 PM, with rotational weekends. The stated pay range starts at $28.00 per hour. Employees may be eligible for shift differentials for some or all hours worked on second or third shift, and successful candidates may be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation. Quest Diagnostics describes a range of benefits, training, and career advancement opportunities.
Requirements
- One year of clinical experience in high-complexity testing is preferred.
- A BS in Medical Technology is preferred; alternatively, 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 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.
- Follow established laboratory policies and procedures when test systems are outside 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
- Medical, supplemental health, dental, and vision benefits beginning on day one for full-time employees working 30 or more hours.
- Well-being programs.
- Annual no-cost Blueprint for Wellness health assessment.
- 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
