Medical Laboratory Technician I

Quest Diagnostics • Clifton, NJ

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Perform routine laboratory tests under the direction of senior laboratory personnel in specialties for which the technician is qualified by education, training, and experience. The role is based in Clifton, New Jersey, and is scheduled Tuesday through Saturday, 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM. The listed pay range is $23.10 to $38.12 per hour. Employees may be eligible for shift differentials of 10% for some or all second-shift hours and 15% for some or all third-shift hours; details are provided if an offer is extended. Salary offers consider relevant skills, training, experience, education, applicable certifications, market factors, and organizational factors. Successful candidates may be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation.

The technician performs and reports assigned analytical tests in accordance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures and quality-control requirements. The role supports proper specimen handling, processing, analysis, reporting, and recordkeeping; maintains turnaround times, including STAT and critical results; documents quality-control analyses; and helps ensure laboratory equipment and work areas remain safe, functional, and sanitary. The technician must follow laboratory policies and applicable CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety requirements, complete training and competency checklists, and report deviations or problems to supervisory personnel.

The position requires an associate degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology. Candidates educated outside the United States must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF; U.S.-educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript. A bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, or Biology and ASCP certification are preferred.

Requirements

• Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493.1433, published March 14, 1990.
• Associate degree in 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.
• Basic theoretical and operational job knowledge in clinical testing.
• Knowledge of organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
• Detail-oriented, able to work independently, establish work priorities, and handle several tasks simultaneously.
• Interpersonal skills to deal courteously and effectively with supervisors, co-workers, 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.

Nice To Haves

• One to three years of clinical experience.
• Bachelor’s degree in Medical Technology or a BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology.
• ASCP Certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report assigned analytical tests under the direction of senior personnel, following applicable Standard Operating Procedures and quality-control requirements.
• Perform some moderate-complexity testing when provided specific on-site training and oversight.
• Follow laboratory policies and procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting, and maintenance of patient test-result records.
• Adhere to analytical schedules and maintain turnaround times, including for STAT and critical results.
• Ensure reagents and test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and, when applicable, opened dates.
• Perform and document quality-control analyses to support accurate clinical data and proper instrument function, and make quality-control decisions about assay or test disposition.
• Inform supervisory personnel of problems affecting test procedures, report actual or potential deviations from accepted procedures, and cooperate with related investigations.
• Review and enter test results into the Laboratory Information System for standardized reports 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.
• Comply with CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, laboratory safety requirements, and management-directed use of personal protective equipment, engineering controls, and work-practice controls.
• Answer questions from clients or other laboratory personnel, if applicable.
• Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees working 30 or more hours.
• Well-being programs.
• Annual no-cost Blueprint for Wellness® health assessment program.
• 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 a 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
• Education Level: Associate degree