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Quest Diagnostics Medical Lab Scientist Intern in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Reference #: 2024-59451 Medical Laboratory Scientist Internship - Pittsburgh, PA (Day Shift) Monday-Friday 8:00am-5:00pm (Variable Days)
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!
Position is used in various departments on an as needed and as approved basis within the region and business. Duties will vary depending on the department and function the position is assigned to. Employees will discuss with their leader the scope and duties of the job once their internship starts.
Intern will shadow and/or assist Medical Lab Scientists with the following duties: Assist with performing and reporting on assigned analytical tests in accordance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) ensuring that applicable quality control requirements are met. Assist with supporting and complying with laboratory policies and procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results. Assist with ensureing reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates and if applicable opened dates. Observe QC analysis to ensure accuracy of clinical data and proper instrument function. Make quality control decisions regarding the disposition of an assay or test. Assist with entering test results into the Laboratory Information System for standardized report to be generated for physician review and interpretation. Assist with maintaining laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition. 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 Work Experience: No Experience Required 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. 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 confidential manner. Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.
EDUCATION Must be in school pursuing a Bachelor Degree in a life science High School Diploma
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.