MEDICAL TECHNOLOGIST

Since its inception, QPS has been assisting pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device companies with their drug development efforts by providing a full range of Neuropharmacology, DMPK, Toxicology, Bioanalysis, Translational Medicine, Early-Stage Clinical and Phase I IV Clinical Research services. We welcome individuals who want to be part of our growing organization. QPS is an innovative, dynamic organization that strives to employ talented, caring and committed employees who will work collaboratively towards achieving our mission of improving human health and the quality of life. QPS offers challenging and rewarding work in its four core business areas and support functions. Underpinning the operation is a culture that values diversity, innovation and accountability. Employees are encouraged to take responsibility and achieve their best, both as individuals and as team members.


Description:

The Medical Technologist (MT) performs a wide range of diagnostic testing, while bringing forth the specialized scientific and technical knowledge essential to perform most analytical testing in the Clinical Laboratory. The scope of testing is limited by specialty education and licensing requirements (i.e., cytotechnologist). They are responsible for the interpretation and reporting of lab tests, advanced troubleshooting, maintenance, problem resolution, and assessing specimen quality and test validity. A high level of technical skill is required for testing methods/systems, in which quality control materials and/or external proficiency testing materials are labile or not available. This position will teach and train new staff while providing daily support for the lab staff. Organizational skills and the ability to prioritize test requests are critical to successful performance. Multiple test requests, with different or the same priority, must be effectively organized by the individual in order to maximize diagnostic impact. A high degree of accuracy and reliability is required to ensure results.


Schedule & Hours: Monday through Friday 8 AM to 5PM with flexibility including some 9 AM to 6 PM shifts and weekends at times. (Schedule is dependent on study activity/needs)

Responsibilities:

• Performs moderate and/or high complexity testing in the clinical laboratory.
• Coordinates workflow/workload with colleagues as necessary to ensure timely reporting of results.
• Skills to operate, calibrate, maintain, and troubleshoot analyzers and other lab equipment.
• Ability to demonstrate competence in all laboratory procedures sufficient to perform at a satisfactory level without supervision.
• Ability to use good judgement and decision-making sufficient to ensure accuracy and quality of lab tests.
• Performs preventative maintenance on laboratory equipment and/or instruments. Suggests changes to maintenance schedules to meet the needs of the laboratory.
• Performs troubleshooting as needed. Uses problem-solving skills when assessing test result accuracy and reliability to identify causes for unexpected test results.
• Serves as a resource and mentor to less experienced lab staff and supports all training activities.
• Ability to work as a team member by demonstrating behaviors that promote good co-worker relations. This includes professional appearance and interactions, positive attitude, and good relations with other clinical and site staff, physicians, vendors, and in supporting sponsor/client visits.
• Verbal and written communications skills to listen attentively to staff and clients' needs sufficient to answer questions, explain procedures, and give instructions.
• Reviews select policies as required (i.e. annual review). Recommends policy changes and assists with communication of policy changes to testing staff. May also require communication about policy to other site staff.
• Performs proficiency testing (PT) as required and assists with survey readiness/completion activities.
• Assists in gathering data for validations, and with guidance, assists in data analysis.
• Assists with organizing data for research activities and communication of such with other testing staff.

Qualifications:

• MLS (Medical Laboratory Scientist) ASCP (American Society for Clinical Pathology) Certification required
• Over 1 year of Clinical Research laboratory experience preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Bachelor's degree highly preferred

Outstanding Benefits:

• Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick Time
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Health, Dental, Vision (Generous employer contribution)
• Long Term Disability Insurance

EEO Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled

QPS is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. QPS prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. QPS conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.