Medical Laboratory Technician I
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Quest Diagnostics Inc is hiring a Medical Laboratory Technician I. The Medical Laboratory Technician I performs routine lab tests under the direction of senior laboratory personnel in specialties where they are qualified by education, training, and experience. This role involves performing and reporting on assigned analytical tests, adhering to quality control requirements, and maintaining laboratory areas and equipment. The technician may also perform some moderate complexity testing with specific on-site training and oversight.
Key focus areas include Perform and report on assigned analytical tests under the direction of senior personnel., Adhere to applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) and quality control requirements., and May perform some moderate complexity testing with specific on-site training and oversight..
Successful candidates bring Bachelor Degree, Qualified As A Technologist Under 42 CFR 493.1433, and Associate's Degree Laboratory Science Or Medical Technology. Important skills include Specimen Handling And Processing, Test Analysis, Reporting, Maintaining Records, QC Analysis, and Confidentiality. Preferred (not required): Laboratory Information System, Detail-Oriented, Work Independently, and Establish Work Priorities.
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Skills
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Experience Required
None
Minimum Education Required
Bachelor Degree
Compensation
$23.10 - $38.12 / Hourly
Hours Per Week
40
Number Of Positions
1
Shift
First Shift (Day)
Job Description
Job Description
Medical Laboratory Technician I - Clifton, NJ, Tuesday to Saturday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Pay range: $23.10 - $38.12 / hour
Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. Successful candidates may be eligible to receive annual performance bonus compensation.
Benefits Information:
We are proud to offer best-in-class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Our pay and benefit plans have been designed to promote employee health in all respects - physical, financial, and developmental. Depending on whether it is a part-time or full-time position, some of the benefits offered may include:
*Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
*Best-in-class well-being programs
*Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness
*healthyMINDS mental health program
*Vacation and Health/Flex Time
*6 Holidays plus 1 "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, plus buy-up option
*Flexible Spending Accounts
*Annual incentive plans
*Matching gifts program
*Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
*Career advancement opportunities
*and so much more!
Perform routine lab tests under thedirection of senior laboratory personnelin those specialties in which they are qualified by education,trainingand experience.
Responsibilities:
Perform and report on assigned analytical testsunder the direction of senior personnelin 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 resultsincluding 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,functionaland sanitary condition.
Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.
Adheres to all established CLIA, HIPAA,OSHAand 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. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.
Qualifications:
Required WorkExperience:
Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493.1433 publishedinMarch 14, 1990.
Preferred Work Experience:
One (1) to three (3) years of clinical experience preferred.
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 and 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:
Basic theoretical and operational job knowledge inclinical testing.
Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.
Skills:
Must be detail-oriented,have the ability towork independently, establish work priorities and handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.
Interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously andeffectively with supervisors,co-workersand 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,Exceland Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.
Education:
*Bachelor's Degree BS in Medical Technology or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology (Preferred)
*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. (Required)
License/Certificate:
*ASCP Certification (Preferred)
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While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume.
or any other legally protected status.
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
53233
Job Type
Full Time
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