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Quest Diagnostics Medical Laboratory Scientist I in Erie, Pennsylvania
Medical Laboratory Scientist I - Erie, PA Part-Time (24 hours), Day | 3 X 8 hour shifts, rotating weekends & holidays
Are you intrigued by the science of the human body? Curious about state-of-the-art laboratory instrumentation? Looking to join a Fortune 500 company leading the world in providing diagnostic information services? Quest Diagnostics is now recruiting for technologist positions ranging from entry level to experienced, with a wide range of benefits and training!
Part-time employees (29 hours or less per week) are eligible for: Paid Time Off and Health Time Paid Holidays (if regularly schedule to work 20+ hours per week) 401(k) with matchingcontributions Annual bonus opportunity Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Blueprint for Wellness Opportunities for career advancement Training provided! Performtest procedures of moderate/high complexity requiring the exercise of independent judgment and responsibility in those specialties in which they are qualified by education, training and experience.
Perform and report on assigned analytical tests in accordance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) ensuring that applicable quality control requirements are met. 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 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. Reportany actual or potential deviation from standard or accepted testing procedures and cooperate fully with any investigation of same. Enter test results into the Laboratory Information System for standardizedreportto be generated for physician review and interpretation. Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition. Complete 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 (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. May be required, in theabsence of aSupervisor, 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 WorkExperience: Minimum one (1) year full-time experience or training(high complexity testing)in a clinical laboratory settingfor those with BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology
Preferred Work Experience: One (1) year full-time experience or training(high complexity testing)in a clinical laboratory settingpreferred.
Knowledge: Basic theoretical and operational job knowledge in designated specialty required. Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures. Skills: Must be detail-oriented,have the ability towork independently, establish work priorities and to handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency. Interpersonal skillsnecessaryto deal courteously andeffectively with supervisors, co-workers, and clients. Communication skills necessary to handle telephone inquiries from clients. Ability to deal with client information in a confiden ial manner. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems. EDUCATION Bachelor's Degree(Required)
LICENSE/CERTIFICATIONS ASCP Certification
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. 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.
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Quest Diagnostics is an equal employment opportunity employer. Our policy is to recruit, hire and promote qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by state or local law. Quest Diagnostics observes minimum age requirements established by federal, state and/or local laws, and will ask an applicant for verification when deemed necessary.
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