Medical Laboratory Scientist II - Generalist

Job Details

Category: Laboratory Location: Dearborn, Michigan Job Function: Operations Job Family: Laboratory Operations Shift: Night Employee Type: On-Call Work Mode: On-site

Job Description Medical Laboratory Scientist II - Dearborn MI On-Call - Able to work all shifts but primarily 300pm-1130pm and 1100pm-700am Employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10 for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15 for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.

Benefits Information Quest Diagnostics provides employees the opportunity to invest in the future through a 401k Plan with eligibility for all employees after one month and after one year a fully vested company match up to 5 of pay.

On-call employees are eligible for: • 401k pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5 after 12 months of service

Responsibilities Must demonstrate proficiency in all areas of testing and be proficient in troubleshooting all applicable instruments and procedures in the department. Provides support to the department in the areas of quality control, troubleshooting complex problems, customer support, instrument and equipment maintenance, staff training, process improvement, and the completion of special projects as assigned. Performs and reports on assigned analytical tests in accordance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) ensuring that applicable quality control requirements are met. Actively supports and complies with laboratory policies and procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results. Adheres to analytical schedules to maintain turnaround time of results, including STATs or critical results to clients. Ensures reagents and test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and if applicable, opened dates. Performs and documents QC analysis to ensure accuracy of clinical data and proper instrument function. Makes 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. Reports any actual or potential deviation from standard or accepted testing procedures and cooperates fully with any investigation of same. Enters test results into the Laboratory Information System for standardized report to be generated for physician review and interpretation. Maintains laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional, and sanitary condition. Completes training and competency checklists as appropriate. May assist supervisor with training of other laboratory personnel. Adheres to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety requirements. Required to use personal protective equipment, engineering controls, and/or work practice controls as directed by management. Answers questions from clients or other lab personnel if applicable. Participates in government or regulatory agency inspections if needed. May be required in the absence of a Supervisor to assume lead responsibilities if qualified and delegated. Other duties as assigned.

This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

Qualifications

Required:

• One year full-time experience or training in high complexity testing in a clinical laboratory setting.
• Preferred: Minimum of 3 years clinical experience with most current year in present department.

Physical and Mental Requirements The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects:

• Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently.
• Objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally.
• Objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried.
• Objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.

Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time. Frequent walking and/or standing. May be required to use a wide variety of manual and automated pipettes and laboratory instruments and apparatuses, all of which demand significant manual dexterity.

Knowledge

• Comprehensive theoretical and operational job knowledge in designated specialty required.
• Knowledge of organizational and departmental policies and procedures.
• BSBA in Medical Technology, Chemistry, or Biology, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493.
• Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF International Education Research Foundation.
• United States-educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript.
• Other state-specific requirements may apply depending on BUs state testing certifications. Check with local HR or QA departments.

Skills

• Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.
• 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.

Education

• BS in Medical Technology preferred or BSBA in Chemistry or Biology or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493.

License/Certificate

• ASCP Certification Preferred
• MLS Medical Laboratory Scientist
• Med Tech
• Medical Technologist
• CLS Clinical Lab Scientist

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