Medical Laboratory Scientist II- Generalist

Quest Diagnostics•Red Bank, NJ

17h•Onsite

About The Position

Quest Diagnostics is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist II for a hospital-based position at Riverview in Red Bank, New Jersey. The role performs moderate- and high-complexity testing, exercising independent judgment and responsibility in specialties for which the employee is qualified through education, training, and experience. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, with every other weekend. The pay range is $32.00 to $50.73 per hour. The employee 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; further details are provided if an offer is extended. Salary offers consider factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, certifications, market conditions, and organizational factors. Successful candidates may be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation. The position requires proficiency in testing and troubleshooting applicable instruments and procedures. It supports quality control, complex troubleshooting, customer service, maintenance, staff training, process improvement, and special projects. The scientist performs and reports analytical tests under applicable Standard Operating Procedures, meets quality control requirements, follows specimen handling and processing procedures, maintains accurate patient test records, and supports timely reporting, including STAT and critical results. The role also includes maintaining reagents, performing and documenting QC, entering results into the Laboratory Information System, keeping the work area and equipment safe and sanitary, completing training and competency checklists, and complying with regulatory and laboratory safety requirements. The role may include assisting with staff training, answering client or laboratory personnel questions, participating in regulatory inspections, and assuming delegated lead responsibilities in the absence of a supervisor if qualified. Other duties may be assigned. This is a general description and is not an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities.

Requirements

At least one year of full-time experience or training in high-complexity testing in a clinical laboratory setting.
Comprehensive theoretical and operational knowledge in the designated specialty.
Knowledge of organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
Qualifying education or credentials: a BS/BA in Medical Technology, Chemistry, or Biology; an associate degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology; 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; U.S.-educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript. Other state-specific requirements may apply depending on state testing certifications.
Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.
Attention to detail; ability to work independently, establish work priorities, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
Interpersonal skills to communicate 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 lift and carry objects weighing 1–10 pounds frequently, 11–25 pounds occasionally, and 36–50 pounds seldom; objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
Ability to stand and work at a bench for extended periods, walk and/or stand frequently, and use manual and automated pipettes and laboratory instruments requiring significant manual dexterity.

Nice To Haves

At least three years of clinical experience, with the most recent year in the present department.
Associate degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology.
Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Biology, or Chemistry.
ASCP certification.

Responsibilities

Perform moderate- and high-complexity analytical test procedures in qualified specialties, and report results in accordance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures and quality control requirements.
Demonstrate proficiency in assigned testing and troubleshoot applicable instruments and procedures.
Support quality control, complex problem troubleshooting, customer support, instrument and equipment maintenance, staff training, process improvement, and special projects.
Follow laboratory policies and procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting, and maintaining patient test records.
Adhere to analytical schedules and turnaround times, including for STAT and critical results.
Ensure reagents and test kits have received, expiration, and, where applicable, opened dates documented.
Perform and document quality control analysis, ensure accurate clinical data and proper instrument function, and make quality control decisions on assay or test disposition.
Inform supervisory personnel of problems affecting test procedures, report actual or potential deviations from standard procedures, and cooperate with related investigations.
Enter test results into the Laboratory Information System for standardized reports for physician review and interpretation.
Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional, and sanitary condition.
Complete training and competency checklists and, as appropriate, assist with training other laboratory personnel.
Comply with CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, laboratory safety requirements, and directed use of personal protective equipment and engineering or work-practice controls.
Answer questions from clients or other laboratory personnel, when applicable.
Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.
Assume delegated lead responsibilities in the absence of a supervisor if qualified.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees working 30 or more hours.
Best-in-class well-being programs.
Annual no-cost Blueprint for Wellness® health assessment program.
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.
Potential shift differential of 10% for some or all second-shift hours and 15% for some or all third-shift hours.