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Medical Laboratory Scientist I

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Science
    Healthcare
  • Chantilly

AI generated summary

  • You should have a BS in Medical Technology, Chemistry, or Biology, or an Associates degree in Laboratory Science, plus 1 year of clinical experience in high complexity testing preferred.
  • You will handle specimens, analyze tests, maintain records, review results, follow compliance guidelines, and address any issues affecting test performance or reporting.

Requirements

  • Education:
  • BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493
  • Work Experience
  • 1 year Clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test result.
  • Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens.
  • Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures.
  • Review and release test results.
  • Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines.
  • Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance.
  • Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor.

FAQs

What are the working hours for the Medical Laboratory Scientist I position?

The working hours are Wednesday to Sunday from 4:00 PM to 12:30 AM.

What is the pay range for this position?

The pay range is $29.15 and above per hour, depending on factors such as skills, experience, and education.

What educational background is required for this job?

A BS in Medical Technology is preferred, or a BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or an Associate's degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology. Previously qualifying as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493 is also acceptable.

Do you offer benefits for part-time employees?

Benefits may vary for part-time employees and are typically more extensive for full-time employees who work 30 or more hours per week.

Is prior clinical experience necessary for this position?

Yes, one year of clinical experience in high complexity testing is preferred.

Are there opportunities for career advancement within the company?

Yes, there are opportunities for career advancement available.

What training is provided for new employees?

Training is provided for the Medical Laboratory Scientist I role to ensure employees are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge.

How does Quest Diagnostics support employee health and wellness?

Quest Diagnostics offers a range of health benefits, including medical, dental, and vision plans, as well as programs for financial and developmental well-being.

What safety guidelines must be followed in this position?

Employees must follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as outlined in the respective regulations and laboratory procedures.

Is Quest Diagnostics an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, Quest Diagnostics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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Science & Healthcare
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1967
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Quest Diagnostics (NYSE: DGX) empowers people to take action to improve health outcomes. Derived from the world's largest database of clinical lab results, our diagnostic insights reveal new avenues to identify and treat disease, inspire healthy behaviors and improve health care management. Quest annually serves one in three adult Americans and half the physicians and hospitals in the United States, and our 47,000 employees understand that, in the right hands and with the right context, our diagnostic insights can inspire actions that transform lives. The company offers physicians the broadest test menu (3,000+ tests), is a pioneer in developing innovative new tests, is the leader in cancer diagnostics, provides anatomic pathology (AP) services, & interpretive consultation through its medical & scientific staff of about 900 M.D.s & Ph.D.s. The company reported 2020 revenues of $9.44 billion. Quest Diagnostics offers the most extensive clinical testing network in the U.S., with laboratories in most major metropolitan areas, & in Mexico, the UK & India. The company also operates four esoteric laboratories, 40 outpatient AP laboratories, & 160 smaller, rapid-response laboratories. Patients may have specimens collected in any of the company’s approximately 2,250 patient service centers. On a typical workday, testing is performed for about 550,000 patients. Quest Diagnostics empowers healthcare organizations & clinicians with state-of-the-art connectivity solutions. The company is the leading provider of pre-employment drugs-of-abuse screening for employers & risk assessment services for the life insurance industry. It is the world’s 2nd largest provider of clinical trials testing for new pharmaceuticals.