Medical Laboratory Scientist II- Part Time- Core

Quest Diagnostics • Perth Amboy, NJ

10d • $31 - $51 • 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, exercising independent judgment and responsibility in specialties supported by the employee’s education, training, and experience. The schedule is Monday through Friday, with varying hours between 7:00 AM and 3:30 PM, and rotational weekend work. The position is part-time. The pay range is $32.00–$50.73 per hour. External applicants may be eligible for a $5,000 sign-on bonus. Salary offers consider relevant skills, training, experience, education, certifications, market factors, and organizational factors; eligible candidates may also receive annual performance bonus compensation.

The scientist performs and reports analytical tests in accordance with standard operating procedures and quality-control requirements. The position supports quality control, complex troubleshooting, customer service, equipment maintenance, staff training, process improvement, and special projects. It also involves maintaining accurate records and laboratory equipment, meeting turnaround times, and complying with applicable laboratory, privacy, occupational safety, and regulatory requirements.

Part-time benefits may include vacation and health/flex time for qualifying schedules, six holidays plus one MyDay off for qualifying schedules, a 401(k) or Roth IRA with company match 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. Benefit eligibility depends on position and schedule.

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.
• 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 the business unit’s state testing certifications.
• Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Attention to detail; ability to work independently, set priorities, and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Interpersonal skills to deal courteously and effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and clients.
• Communication skills to handle client telephone inquiries.
• Ability to handle client information confidentially.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 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 must not be lifted or carried without assistance.
• Ability to stand and work at a bench for long periods and to walk and/or stand frequently.
• Manual dexterity to use a wide variety of manual and automated pipettes, laboratory instruments, and apparatuses.

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

• Demonstrate proficiency in 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 according to 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.
• Follow analytical schedules to maintain turnaround times, including for STAT and critical results.
• Ensure reagents and test kits have received, expiration, and, where applicable, opened dates.
• Perform and document quality-control analysis, assess clinical data accuracy and 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 accepted procedures and cooperate with related investigations.
• Enter test results into the Laboratory Information System for standardized reporting for physician review and interpretation.
• Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in safe, functional, and sanitary condition.
• Complete applicable training and competency checklists and, when needed, assist with training other laboratory personnel.
• Comply with CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety requirements, including use of required protective equipment and controls.
• Answer questions from clients or other laboratory personnel, when applicable.
• Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections when needed.
• Assume lead responsibilities in the absence of a supervisor when qualified and delegated.
• Perform other assigned duties.

Benefits

• Vacation and Health/Flex Time for part-time employees scheduled to work at least 20 hours per week.
• 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 program.
• Potential annual performance bonus compensation.
• $5,000 sign-on bonus for external applicants.

What This Job Offers

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