Medical Laboratory Scientist I
Company: Quest Diagnostics Incorporated
Location: Portland
Posted on: April 16, 2024
Job Description:
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.
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 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 confidential
manner.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and
Laboratory Information Systems.
EDUCATION
Bachelor's Degree(Required)
Bachelor's Degree
LICENSECERTIFICATIONS
ASCP Certification
Keywords: Quest Diagnostics Incorporated, Portland , Medical Laboratory Scientist I, Healthcare , Portland, Maine
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