Sr. Medical Laboratory Scientist
About The Position
Quest Diagnostics is hiring a Sr. Medical Laboratory Scientist for a hospital-based position at Northern Lights Hospital in Portland, Maine. The role is in Management Labs Admin and is scheduled Monday through Friday on variable days, from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, with rotational weekends. The pay range is $38.21–$42.45 per hour. Eligible candidates may also receive annual performance bonus compensation. The Senior Medical Technologist is proficient in the principal duties of Medical Technologist I and II. As a subject matter expert, the role performs complex laboratory testing with broad decision-making authority and independence. It provides technical direction to staff on complex and non-routine testing, responds to inquiries from clients or sales representatives, investigates and resolves analytical testing problems, and recommends appropriate actions. The role also supports staff training and development under the Supervisor’s direction and in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local guidelines.
Requirements
- Three to five years of clinical experience, including two years in the present 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 (International Education Research Foundation).
- U.S.-educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript.
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills within the department, with other company functions, and with third parties such as clients.
- Ability to establish work priorities for oneself and others and manage several procedures simultaneously, including troubleshooting instruments and other problems.
- Ability to schedule and manage resources to meet department goals.
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.
- Serve as a technical subject matter expert by troubleshooting instrumentation and assays and solving problems.
- Investigate and resolve analytical testing problems, recommend courses of action when results are beyond acceptable limits, and respond to complex or non-routine inquiries and requests from clients and sales representatives.
- Provide technical consultation and direction to team members regarding testing.
- Design and implement training materials; evaluate team technical competencies and recommend continuing education.
- Interpret trends and variables when implementing quality control theory and policies.
- Review requests for validity checks and recommend appropriate actions, considering specimen requirements and the effects of time and additional or repeat testing quality.
- 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.
- Perform other duties as directed by the Supervisor.
- Protect patient confidentiality at all times.
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 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 a buy-up option.
- Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Annual incentive plans.
- Matching gifts program.
- Education assistance through MyQuest for Education.
- Career advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
