Medical Laboratory Scientist II- Part Time- Microbiology

Quest Diagnostics

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Quest Diagnostics is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist II for a hospital-based position at Raritan Bay in Perth Amboy, New Jersey. The role performs moderate- and high-complexity testing, requiring independent judgment and responsibility in specialties supported by the employee’s education, training, and experience. The schedule is rotating, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. The posting offers a $5,000 sign-on bonus for external applicants and an hourly pay range of $32.00 to $50.73. Salary offers depend on factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and applicable certifications, as well as market and organizational factors. Successful candidates may be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation.

Part-time benefits may include vacation and health/flex time for employees scheduled at least 20 hours per week; six holidays plus one “MyDay” off for those regularly scheduled 20 or more hours per week; a 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with a company match of up to 5% after 12 months of service; annual incentive plans; an employee stock purchase plan; education assistance through MyQuest for Education; and an annual, no-cost Blueprint for Wellness health assessment.

The Medical Laboratory Scientist II performs and reports assigned analytical tests according to applicable Standard Operating Procedures and quality-control requirements. The role supports quality control, troubleshooting, customer service, instrument and equipment maintenance, staff training, process improvement, and assigned special projects. The employee follows specimen-handling, testing, reporting, recordkeeping, turnaround-time, laboratory safety, and regulatory requirements; documents quality-control analysis; enters results into the Laboratory Information System; and maintains laboratory areas and equipment. The position may include assisting with staff training, participating in regulatory inspections, and assuming delegated lead responsibilities in a supervisor’s absence when qualified.

Requirements

• At least one year of full-time experience or training in high-complexity testing in a clinical laboratory setting.
• Comprehensive theoretical and operational job knowledge in the designated specialty.
• Knowledge of organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
• Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented, able to work independently, establish priorities, and handle several tasks simultaneously.
• Interpersonal skills to deal 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 stand and work at a laboratory bench for extended periods; frequent walking and/or standing.
• Manual dexterity to use a variety of manual and automated pipettes, laboratory instruments, and apparatuses.
• 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.
• Qualifying education or credentials: a bachelor’s degree 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. Additional state-specific requirements may apply.
• Adhere to CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, laboratory safety, and applicable specimen-handling and testing requirements.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proficiency in all areas of testing and troubleshoot applicable instruments and procedures in the department.
• Support quality control, complex problem troubleshooting, customer support, instrument and equipment maintenance, staff training, process improvement, and assigned special projects.
• Perform and report assigned analytical tests in accordance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures and quality-control requirements.
• Follow laboratory policies and procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting, and maintenance of patient test-result records.
• Meet analytical schedules and turnaround times, including for STAT or critical results to clients.
• Ensure reagents and test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and, when applicable, opened dates.
• Perform and document quality-control analysis to verify clinical data accuracy and proper instrument function; make quality-control decisions regarding assay or test disposition.
• Inform supervisory personnel of problems with test procedures, report actual or potential deviations from standard or accepted 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 as appropriate and may assist the supervisor with training laboratory personnel.
• Comply with CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety requirements, including use of required personal protective equipment and applicable 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 when qualified.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• $5,000 sign-on bonus for external applicants.
• Part-time employees scheduled to work at least 20 hours per week may receive vacation and health/flex time.
• Six holidays plus one “MyDay” off for employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week.
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service.
• Annual incentive plans.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education.
• Annual, no-cost Blueprint for Wellness health assessment.
• Successful candidates may be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree