Medical Laboratory Technician I

Quest Diagnostics • Albuquerque, NM

6d • 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, and maintaining laboratory standards. The technician will also be responsible for specimen handling, test analysis, record keeping, and maintaining a safe and functional laboratory environment.

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

• 401(k) Plan with eligibility for all employees after one month
• Company match up to 5% of pay for 401(k) after one year
• 401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree