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Clinical Lab Scientist Ii -Wd

Company

Quest Diagnostics
Address , Arcadia, 91007
Employment type FULL_TIME
Salary $51.00 - $56.75 an hour
Expires 2023-10-21
Posted at 8 months ago
Job Description
Overview:
Clinical Lab Scientist II -WD - Arcadia, CA - Monday-Friday PM shift with rotating weekend GY

This licensed position is accountable for performing complex clinical laboratory testing, following all applicable policies and procedures.

Pay Range: $51.00 - $56.75 / 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:
 Medical/Prescription Drugs
 Dental
 Vision
 Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
 Supplemental Health Plans
 401(k) Plan – Company match dollar-for-dollar up to 5%
 Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
 Supplemental Life Insurance
 Dependent Life Insurance
 Short- and Long-Term Disability buy-up
 Blueprint for Wellness
 Emotional Well-Being Resources
 Educational Assistance
 Paid time off / Health Time
 Variable Compensation Plans
 Sales Incentive Plans
Responsibilities:
  • Accurately enters results of testing. Checks the computer review reports to monitor accurate reporting of results. Adheres to analytical schedules to maintain turnaround times of results.
  • Determines the acceptability of specimens for testing according to established criteria in testing procedures.
  • 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.
  • Evaluates the results of instrument performance checks. Performs linearity, accuracy and precision checks as required.
  • Determines calculated results utilizing testing data by means of manual or computerized procedures.
  • Oversees the preparation of reagents or media as well as stock solutions, standards, and controls. Tests new reagents or controls and evaluates their usefulness based on standard criteria.
  • Demonstrates a high level of integrity and honesty in maintaining confidentiality.
  • Accurately performs and records proficiency testing.
  • Selects and evaluates control materials using established criteria. Initiates a corrective action process whenever test systems do not perform according to the established criteria.
  • Collects and dispose of waste in proper receptacles.
  • Ensures accurate tracking and labeling of reagents and supplies.
  • Works with Group Lead and Supervisory staff to scheduling effective weekly workloads.
  • Trains staff in proper performance of both routine and complex procedures. Supports Training Programs, where applicable
  • Answers phones, transfers, or takes accurate messages.
  • Complies with all health and safety policies, procedures, and practices. Required to use personal protective equipment.
  • Maintains professional growth and development through continuing education. The continuing education must meet the education requirements for California state licensure.
  • Evaluates the acceptability of routine and complex analysis prior to releasing patient reports. Recognizes and takes appropriate action in response to critical values or unusual or unexpected results, and documents action taken.
  • Actively participates in staff meetings, and in Quality Improvement meetings as assigned.
  • Performs Quality Control and calibrations with the appropriate frequency and evaluates results to determine acceptability of result release.
  • Consistently and independently performs the most complex level of clinical tests following the required procedures and policies. Performs newly introduced tests to the laboratory that require defined skills.
  • Demonstrates the ability to detect and correct technical and operational problems. Notifies the supervisor, and contacts manufacturer or field service support for additional assistance, if necessary.
  • Assists the supervisor to up-date and maintain the computer database for their area of testing responsibility and/or the department.
  • Responsible for scheduled preventative maintenance troubleshooting and calibration of laboratory equipment.
  • Provides constant direction to unlicensed staff as required.
  • Assists department supervisor or manager by providing technical direction to staff members. May provide feedback to supervisor on individual and/or team learning progress.
  • Consistently maintains a safe and neat work area.
  • Takes on additional business-related responsibilities or projects, as delegated by the Supervisor or Manager. This may include but not be limited to: evaluation of new techniques and procedures in terms of personnel and requirements, method comparison, cost analysis, establishment of reference ranges, writing and revising technical procedures, and evaluation of productivity and key results measures.
Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS
Required Work Experience:
  • Minimum of 6 months of direct experience.
Preferred Work Experience:
  • N/A
Physical and Mental Requirements:
  • Testing for color blindness will be required upon hiring or transfer into technical functions requiring detection of, or rating of intensity of colors (e.g., Fluorescent microscopy reading).
  • Ability to perform repetitive tasks. Frequent simple grasping, reaching and fine manipulation.
  • Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods.
  • The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects. Objects in the weight range of 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects in the weight range of 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally and objects in the weight range of 26 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted and carried. Objects exceeding 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.
  • Have good eye and hand coordination.
Knowledge:
  • N/A
Skills:
  • Communication and interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with supervisors, co-workers and clients.
  • Other automation skills helpful.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Application (Word, Excel, Outlook)
  • Strong typing skills desirable.

EDUCATION
Bachelor’s Degree(Required)

LICENSECERTIFICATIONS
Current State Clinical Laboratory Scientist license if necessary (e.g. California)(Required)

2023-44688
EEO:
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.