Clinical Lab Scientist III Group Lead - WD

Clinical Lab Scientist III Group Lead - WD - Arcadia, CA Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM Pay range: $57.80 - $64.25 / 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 Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours Best-in-class well-being programs Annual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness healthyMINDS mental health program Vacation and Health/Flex Time 6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" off FinFit financial coaching and services 401(k) pre‑tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of service Employee stock purchase plan Life and disability insurance, plus buy‑up option Flexible Spending Accounts Annual incentive plans Matching gifts program Education assistance through MyQuest for Education Career advancement opportunities and so much more! This position provides assistance to internal and external clients and is accountable for working independently without supervision, relying on excellent communication skills to accomplish job accountabilities. May oversee the laboratory in the supervisor's absence. Responsibilities May function as either a Technical Specialist or Assistant Supervisor Demonstrates leadership through accountability and collaboration in daily activities Consistently demonstrates a high level of initiative and problem‑solving ability Adapts to change in a way that promotes coordination and teamwork Actively participates in or leads meetings, effectively delegating and utilizing individual staff skills Demonstrates effective two‑way communication with staff, immediate manager, suppliers, internal and external customers via meetings, written and verbal interactions, to create an informed positive environment Serves as a technical resource for problem‑solving and process improvement, devoting a reasonable amount of time to bench testing to maintain workflow of assays and equipment Ensures compliance with all regulatory agencies through documentation and quality improvement Coordinates an effective quality process to ensure required documentation and quality improvement Regularly updates the departmental standard operating procedures and database to reflect current processes Serves in a Clinical Laboratory Scientist II capacity, as needed Provides direct and constant supervision to unlicensed staff as required Participates in interviewing, training and providing feedback to Supervisor on learning progress Effectively monitors and adjusts staff and assay schedules to maximize department efficiency and meet established goals Responsible for procurement of supplies and equipment to meet budgetary and quality goals Oversees test performance, driving process and project management, and submission of required reports to meet deadlines Performs or oversees assay validations and modifications Performs instrument and/or assay troubleshooting Ensures laboratory areas are neat, clean, and organized Complies with all health and safety policies, procedures, and practices, using personal protective equipment Other duties as assigned Qualifications Required Work Experience: Minimum 4 years of progressive laboratory experience. Physical and Mental Requirements: May be required to lift and carry objects ranging from 1 to 10 pounds frequently, 11 to 25 pounds occasionally, and 26 to 50 pounds seldom; objects over 50 pounds require assistance Perform repetitive tasks, frequent grasping, reaching, and fine manipulation Sit and/or stand for long periods Have good eye and hand coordination Testing for color blindness required for functions requiring color detection or rating Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) Strong typing skills desirable Automation skills helpful Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Medical Technology or another Life Sciences from an accredited college or university. Licenses and Certifications: Current State Clinical Laboratory Scientist license (e.g., California) required. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and California Fair Chance Act. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Quest Diagnostics Incorporated