Medical Laboratory Technician I - 7/7

Quest Diagnostics Incorporated • Wayne, NJ

326d • $22 - $37

About The Position

The Medical Laboratory Technician I position in Wayne, NJ, is a part-time role requiring night shifts on Saturdays and Sundays from 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM. The technician will perform routine lab tests under the direction of senior laboratory personnel in their qualified specialties. The pay range for this position is $22.54 - $37.20 per hour, with salary offers based on various factors including skills, training, experience, and education. Successful candidates may also be eligible for annual performance bonuses.

Requirements

• Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493.1433 published in March 14, 1990.

Nice To Haves

• One (1) to three (3) years of clinical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report on assigned analytical tests under the direction of senior personnel in accordance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) ensuring that applicable quality control requirements are met.
• May perform some moderate complexity testing with specific on-site training and oversight.
• Actively support and comply with laboratory policies and procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results.
• Adhere to analytical schedules to maintain a turnaround time of results including STATS or critical results to clients.
• Ensure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates and if applicable opened dates.
• Perform and document QC analysis to ensure accuracy of clinical data and proper instrument function.
• Make quality control decisions regarding the disposition of an assay or test.
• Inform 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.
• Review and enter test results into the Laboratory Information System for standardized report to be generated for physician review and interpretation.
• Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition.
• Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.
• Adhere to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA and laboratory safety requirements.
• Use personal protective equipment, engineering controls and/or work practice controls as directed by management.
• Answer questions from clients or other lab personnel, if applicable.
• Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off and Health Time (for part-time employees scheduled to work at least 20 hours per week)
• Paid Holidays (if regularly scheduled to work 20+ hours per week)
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Annual bonus opportunity
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Blueprint for Wellness
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Training provided

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees