DLO Night Shift MLS/MLT I
Quest Diagnostics
Summary
Required Knowledge:
Job description
Essential Functions
- Report to work on time and prepared for each scheduled shift
- Perform all assigned duties and processes, including tasks for which you are fully qualified and those within your demonstrated capabilities
- Maintain a positive, professional, and supportive attitude throughout the workday
- Work collaboratively as a team member and contribute to a respectful, productive work environment
Responsibilities
- Performs routine testing in chemistry, hematology, urinalysis, serology, coagulation, molecular, and microbiology. Assist with specimen processing as needed.
- Follow employer and hospital policies.
- Perform instrument maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Main responsibility will be duties in the clinical laboratory.
- Additional duties will include assisting supervisor/manager with special projects/assignments.
Qualifications
Required Knowledge:
- Good understanding of laboratory procedures.
- Ability to troubleshoot problems, to identify cause and synthesize alternatives.
- Clear and effective communication
- Ability to react positively with coworkers.
- Ability to use independent judgement to solve problems.
- Able to manage time, prioritize, and delegate.
- Good computer skills a plus.
- Knowledge in Epic and Media Lab is a plus.
Required Experience: AS degree in Medical Lab Technology or BS in Medical Technology. ASCP MT/MLT certification or equivalent or be eligible for national MT/MLT certification.
Special Requirements
- Ability to maintain a professional, courteous, and pleasant attitude in times of heavy workload and stress.
- Reflect the company’s values in all aspects of performance.
- Must be a team player.
- Keyboard skills are important.
- Good customer service skills, professional appearance and attitude are required.
- Must be willing to work overtime or other times/shifts if required.
- This full-time position works 10 hour day shifts
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.
Requirements
- AS degree in Medical Lab Technology or BS in Medical Technology
- ASCP MT/MLT certification or equivalent or be eligible for national MT/MLT certification
- Good understanding of laboratory procedures
- Ability to troubleshoot problems, to identify cause and synthesize alternatives
- Clear and effective communication
- Ability to react positively with coworkers
- Ability to use independent judgement to solve problems
- Able to manage time, prioritize, and delegate
- Good computer skills a plus
- Knowledge in Epic and Media Lab is a plus
- Ability to maintain a professional, courteous, and pleasant attitude in times of heavy workload and stress
- Must be a team player
- Keyboard skills are important
- Good customer service skills, professional appearance and attitude are required
- Must be willing to work overtime or other times/shifts if required
Benefits
- $5,000 Sign On Bonus
Company overview
Quest Diagnostics is a leading provider of diagnostic information services, operating one of the largest clinical laboratory networks in the United States. Founded in 1967 and headquartered in Secaucus, New Jersey, the company offers a comprehensive range of diagnostic testing services including routine blood tests, genetic testing, molecular diagnostics, and anatomic pathology. Quest serves approximately one-third of American adults and physicians annually through its network of approximately 2,250 patient service centers and extensive outreach operations. The company processes over 500,000 test requests daily, providing critical data that helps healthcare providers make informed decisions about patient care. Quest Diagnostics has been at the forefront of diagnostic innovation, developing advanced testing capabilities for cancer, cardiovascular disease, infectious diseases, and neurological disorders. The company plays a vital role in public health through its participation in disease surveillance and population health management initiatives.