Sr. Medical Laboratory Scientist

Quest Diagnostics•Clifton, NJ

10h

About The Position

The Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist is a subject matter expert in the Clinical Laboratory’s Microbiology department. The role performs complex laboratory testing with broad decision-making authority and independence, provides technical direction on complex and non-routine testing, and responds to inquiries from clients and sales representatives. The Senior MLS investigates and resolves analytical testing problems, recommends courses of action, and trains and develops staff under the Supervisor’s direction and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local guidelines. This position is based in Clifton, New Jersey, and is scheduled Tuesday through Saturday, 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM. The pay range is $33.81 to $55.81 per hour. An employee may be eligible for a shift differential of 10% for some or all second-shift hours and 15% for some or all third-shift hours. Candidates may also be eligible for annual performance bonus compensation.

Requirements

At least three to five years of clinical experience, including two years in the current department.
Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology, Biology, or Chemistry; an associate degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology; or prior qualification as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493.1433.
Foreign-educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF.
U.S.-educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript.
Ability to sit or stand for long periods.
Effective communication and collaboration skills with department colleagues, other company functions, and third parties, including clients.
Ability to establish work priorities for self and others and handle several procedures simultaneously, including troubleshooting instruments and other issues.
Ability to schedule and manage resources to meet department goals.
Must protect patient confidentiality at all times.
If asked to perform delegated supervisory duties: a Master of Science degree in a biological or chemical science and two years of work experience as a Medical Lab Scientist in the designated laboratory specialty, plus at least four years of pertinent clinical laboratory experience after qualifying as a Medical Lab Scientist.
If operating within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, at least six years of pertinent clinical laboratory experience after qualifying as a Medical Lab Scientist.
If HEW certified, eight or more years in the same department.

Nice To Haves

HEW certification.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate all characteristics of Medical Technologist I and II.
Apply evidence-based criteria to correlate and interpret laboratory testing data.
Perform clinical validation to optimize laboratory testing as directed.
Troubleshoot instrumentation and assays and serve as the technical subject matter expert.
Investigate and resolve analytical testing problems, recommend courses of action when results are beyond acceptable limits, and respond to complex or non-routine client and sales representative inquiries and requests.
Provide technical direction and consultation to team members regarding testing.
Design and implement training materials, educate staff, evaluate technical competencies, and recommend continuing education.
Understand and interpret trends and variables when implementing quality control theory and policies.
Review validity-check requests and recommend appropriate action, considering specimen requirements and the effects of time and additional or repeat testing.
Evaluate production systems, recommend enhancements, expedite workflow, and coordinate resolution of production issues involving other laboratory departments.
Review unit activities for compliance with departmental policies and federal, state, and local regulations.
Maintain competency in most areas within the department.
Participate in special projects as assigned and perform other duties as directed by the Supervisor.

Benefits

Day-one medical, supplemental health, dental, and vision coverage for full-time employees working 30 or more hours.
Well-being programs.
Annual no-cost health assessment program, Blueprint for Wellness.
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 buy-up option.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Annual incentive plans.
Matching gifts program.
Education assistance through MyQuest for Education.
Career advancement opportunities.
Potential annual performance bonus compensation.
Potential shift differential of 10% for some or all second-shift hours and 15% for some or all third-shift hours.