Medical Laboratory Technician I

Quest Diagnostics•Coon Rapids, MN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Perform routine lab tests under the direction of senior laboratory personnel in those specialties in which they are qualified by education, training and experience. This role involves performing and reporting on assigned analytical tests, ensuring quality control, specimen handling, and maintaining records. The technician may perform moderate complexity testing with specific training and oversight, and must adhere to analytical schedules to meet turnaround times. Responsibilities include managing reagents, performing QC analysis, documenting results, and maintaining laboratory areas and equipment. The position also requires adherence to CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety requirements, and may involve answering client questions and participating in inspections.

Requirements

Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493.1433 published in March 14, 1990.
Basic theoretical and operational job knowledge in clinical testing.
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.
Communication skills necessary to handle telephone inquiries from clients.
Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.
Associates Degree Laboratory Science or Medical Technology.
Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF.
United States educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript.

Nice To Haves

One (1) to three (3) years of clinical experience preferred.
Bachelor’s Degree BS in Medical Technology or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology
ASCP Certification

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.
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.
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.
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.
Answer questions from clients or other lab personnel, if applicable.
Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.
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