Medical Laboratory Scientist I

Medical Laboratory Scientist I – Shelton, CT Tuesday to Saturday, 10:00 AM to 6:30 PM Pay range: $27.95 – $37.04 per hour. Salary offers are based on relevant skills, training, experience, education, and certifications. Successful candidates may be eligible for annual performance bonuses. We are proud to offer best‑in‑class benefits and programs to support employees and their families in living healthy, happy lives. Depending on whether it is a part‑time or full‑time position, some of the benefits may include: Day 1 medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours 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! Job Responsibilities Follow laboratory procedures for specimen handling, processing, test analyses, reporting, and maintaining records of patient test results. Maintain records that demonstrate proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens. Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures. Review and release test results. Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines. Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance. Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor. Qualifications Education BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associate's degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493. Work Experience 1 year clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred. MLS, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Lab Scientist, Med Tech, Medical Technologist, CLS, Clinical Lab Scientist. 62612 Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies; Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume. Equal Opportunity Employer We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veterans status, or any other legally protected status is not a factor in our hiring decisions. #J-18808-Ljbffr Quest Diagnostics Incorporated