Medical Laboratory Scientist II

Quest Diagnostics•Pittsfield, ME

11h•$32 - $36•Onsite

About The Position

Quest Diagnostics is hiring a Medical Laboratory Scientist II for a hospital-based position at Northern Lights Hospital in Pittsfield, Maine. The role performs moderate- and high-complexity laboratory test procedures, exercising independent judgment and responsibility in specialties for which the employee is qualified by education, training, and experience. The position is scheduled Monday through Friday on variable days from 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., with rotational weekends. The pay range is $32.17–$35.74 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. Candidates may also be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation. Salary offers consider relevant skills, training, experience, education, certifications, market factors, and organizational factors. The role requires proficiency in assigned testing and troubleshooting instruments and procedures. It supports quality control, complex troubleshooting, customer support, equipment maintenance, staff training, process improvement, and special projects. The employee performs and reports tests according to standard operating procedures, documents quality-control analyses, maintains records and laboratory equipment, and follows applicable laboratory, safety, and regulatory requirements. Quest Diagnostics offers benefits and programs intended to support employee and family health and well-being. Benefits vary according to employment status and may include medical and supplemental health, dental and vision coverage for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours; well-being programs; vacation and health/flex time; holidays and a personal day; financial coaching; a 401(k) or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months; employee stock purchase plan; life and disability insurance; flexible spending accounts; annual incentive plans; matching gifts; education assistance; and career advancement opportunities.

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 work 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.
Must meet other applicable state-specific requirements, which may depend on state testing certifications.
Foreign-educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF; U.S.-educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript.
Ability to stand and work at a laboratory bench for long 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 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 all testing areas 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 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 analyses, ensure accuracy of clinical data and proper instrument function, and make quality-control decisions regarding assay or test disposition.
Inform supervisory personnel of problems associated with proper test-procedure performance.
Report actual or potential deviations from standard or accepted testing procedures and cooperate with investigations.
Enter test results into the Laboratory Information System for standardized reports for physician review and interpretation.
Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in safe, functional, and sanitary condition.
Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.
May assist a supervisor with training other laboratory personnel.
Comply with CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety requirements, including use of 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.
May assume lead responsibilities in a supervisor’s absence if qualified and delegated.
Perform other assigned duties.

Benefits

Medical and supplemental health coverage for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours
Dental insurance for eligible full-time employees working 30 or more hours
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