Medical Laboratory Scientist Trainee

Quest Diagnostics • Chantilly, VA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

This position performs assigned test procedures of moderate/high complexity under the supervision of senior laboratory personnel in those specialties in which they are qualified by education, training and experience. The role involves performing assigned analytical tests up to the reporting step, ensuring quality control requirements are met, and adhering to analytical schedules to maintain turnaround times. The Medical Laboratory Scientist Trainee must ensure test systems are 'in control' and report any problems or deviations from standard procedures. Maintaining laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional, and sanitary condition, and adhering to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety requirements are also key aspects of this role. Use of personal protective equipment, engineering controls, and work practice controls as directed by management is required.

Requirements

• BS/BA in Medical Technology, Chemistry or Biology, or qualifies as a Technologist under 42 CFR § 493.1489.
• Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from National Association Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES) or Association of International Credential evaluators, Inc. (AICE).
• Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time.
• Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
• Frequent walking and/or standing.
• May be required to use a wide variety of manual and automated pipettes and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of which demand significant manual dexterity.
• Required to handle biological samples and potentially hazardous chemicals.
• Theoretical and operational job knowledge in designated specialty required.
• Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.
• Must be detail-oriented, have the ability to work independently, establish work priorities and handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with supervisors, co-workers and clients.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook).
• Communication skills necessary to handle telephone inquiries from clients
• Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a clinical laboratory preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform assigned analytical tests, up to the reporting step, under the direction of senior laboratory personnel in accordance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) ensuring that applicable quality control requirements are met.
• Actively support and comply with laboratory policies and procedures.
• Adhere to analytical schedules to maintain a turnaround time of results including STATS or critical results to clients.
• Ensure that test systems are "in control" for each test performed.
• Responsible for informing supervisory personnel of all problems associated with the proper performance of test procedures.
• Report any actual or potential deviation from standard or accepted testing procedures and cooperate fully with any investigation of same.
• Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional, and sanitary condition.
• Adheres to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety requirements.
• Required to use (a) personal protective equipment, (b) engineering controls and/or (c) work practice controls as directed by management.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Day 1 Medical
• supplemental health
• dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Best-in-class well-being programs
• Annual, no-cost health assessment program
• Blueprint for Wellness® healthyMINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• 6 Holidays plus 1 "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, plus buy-up option
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Annual incentive plans
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• Career advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level