Medical Laboratory Scientist Trainee

Medical Laboratory Scientist TraineeLocation: Miramar, FL, Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PMRelocation assistance will be consideredPay range: $21.00+ per hourSalary 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:Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hoursBest-in-class well-being programsAnnual, no-cost health assessment program Blueprint for Wellness®HealthyMINDS mental health programVacation and Health/Flex Time6 Holidays plus 1 "MyDay" offFinFit financial coaching and services401(k) pre-tax and/or Roth IRA with company match up to 5% after 12 months of serviceEmployee stock purchase planLife and disability insurance, plus buy-up optionFlexible Spending AccountsAnnual incentive plansMatching gifts programEducation assistance through MyQuest for EducationCareer advancement opportunitiesand so much more!Perform assigned test procedures under the supervision of senior laboratory personnel in those specialties in which they are qualified by education, training and experience.ResponsibilitiesPerform assigned analytical tests under the direction of senior laboratory personnel 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.Adhere to analytical schedules to maintain a turnaround time of results including STATS or critical results to clients.Ensure that test systems are "in control" for each test performed.Responsible for informing supervisory personnel of all problems associated with the proper performance of test procedures.Report any actual or potential deviation from standard or accepted testing procedures and cooperate fully with any investigation of same.Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional, and sanitary condition.Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.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.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.QualificationsRequired Work Experience:NonePreferred Work Experience:Previous experience in a clinical laboratory.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 to work independently, establish work priorities and handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.Interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively 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).Education:Bachelor's Degree BS in Medical Technology preferred (Preferred)Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology, Chemistry or Biology. Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF. United States educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript. (Required)About the TeamQuest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply. While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.