Medical Laboratory Scientist II

Quest Diagnostics•Tucker, GA

3d•$28 - $46•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist II performs moderate- and high-complexity test procedures, exercising independent judgment and responsibility in specialties for which they are qualified through education, training, and experience. The role supports the laboratory through testing, quality control, troubleshooting, instrument and equipment maintenance, customer support, staff training, process improvement, and special projects. The position is based in Tucker, Georgia, and is scheduled Monday through Friday, 10:30 PM to 7:00 AM. Relocation assistance will be considered. The pay range starts at $34.00 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. Successful candidates may also be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation. Salary offers consider relevant skills, training, experience, education, certifications, market factors, and organizational factors. Benefits and programs may vary by employment status and include medical and supplemental health coverage, dental and vision coverage for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours, well-being and mental health programs, a no-cost annual health assessment, vacation and health/flex time, holidays and a personal day, financial coaching, a 401(k) with company match after 12 months, an employee stock purchase plan, life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, annual incentive plans, matching gifts, education assistance, and career advancement opportunities. The role requires adherence to laboratory policies and procedures and applicable CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety requirements. Candidates must meet the stated education or qualification pathway, and foreign-educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF. United States-educated candidates must provide an original detailed transcript. Other state-specific requirements may apply.

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.
Qualify through one of the stated pathways: 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.
Meet any applicable state-specific requirements based on the business unit's state testing certifications.
Demonstrate leadership and problem-solving skills.
Be detail-oriented; work independently; establish work priorities; and manage several tasks simultaneously.
Have interpersonal skills to interact courteously and effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and clients.
Have communication skills to handle telephone inquiries from clients.
Handle client information confidentially.
Be proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.
Ability to stand and work at the bench for extended periods and walk and/or stand frequently.
Ability to use manual and automated pipettes, laboratory instruments, and apparatus requiring significant manual dexterity.
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.

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 department instruments and procedures.
Support quality control, complex problem troubleshooting, customer service, instrument and equipment maintenance, staff training, process improvement, and assigned special projects.
Perform and report assigned analytical tests according to applicable Standard Operating Procedures and quality-control requirements.
Follow laboratory policies and procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting, and record maintenance.
Follow analytical schedules to maintain turnaround times, including for STAT and critical results.
Ensure reagents and test kits are labeled with received, expiration, and, where applicable, opened dates.
Perform and document quality-control analyses, ensure clinical data accuracy and proper instrument function, and make quality-control decisions about assay or test disposition.
Inform supervisory personnel of problems affecting proper test performance.
Report actual or potential deviations from standard or accepted testing procedures and cooperate with related investigations.
Enter test results into the Laboratory Information System for standardized reporting and physician review and interpretation.
Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in safe, functional, and sanitary condition.
Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate and may assist with training other laboratory personnel.
Comply with CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety requirements, including using required personal protective equipment and controls.
Answer questions from clients or other laboratory personnel, when applicable.
Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.
Assume lead responsibilities in a supervisor's absence when qualified and delegated.
Perform other assigned duties.

Benefits

Medical and supplemental health coverage, dental insurance, and vision insurance for eligible 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 buy-up option.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Annual incentive plans.
Matching gifts program.
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education.
Career advancement opportunities.
Relocation assistance will be considered.