Sr. Medical Laboratory Scientist

at Quest Diagnostics Inc in Johnson, Kansas, United States

Job Description

Job Description

Sr. Medical Laboratory Scientist - Lenexa, KS, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with rotational weekends
Department: Blood Bank
Pay range: $33+ per 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:
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!
The Senior Medical Technologist is proficient in all principle duties of a Medical Technologist I and II. This Subject Matter Expert (SME) is responsible for complex laboratory testing and has broad decision-making authority and independence. The Senior Med Tech is required to provide technical direction to staff regarding complex and non-routine testing and is a source of contact of inquiries from clients or sales representatives.The Senior is responsible for investigating and resolving analytical testing problems and recommending course of action.The Senior is responsible for training and development of staff under the direction of the Supervisor in accordance with the appropriate federal, state and local guidelines.

Responsibilities:
Demonstrates all characteristics of Med Tech I and II
Applies evidence based criteria to correlate and interpret laboratory testing data
Performs clinical validation to optimize laboratory testing as directed
Assumes role of technical subject matter expert by demonstrating problem solving and troubleshooting instrumentation and assays
Serve as a technical resource for the unit by investigating and resolving analytical testing problems, recommending a course of action in instances identified as beyond acceptable limits, and responding to non-routine/complex inquiries and/or requests from clients and sales representatives.
Assumes role of technical consultant and provides technical direction to team members regarding all matters of testing
Assumes trainer and SME role in education; designs and implements training material. Evaluates technical competencies of team and provides recommendations for continuing education
Proficient in understanding and interpreting trends and variables when implementing QC theory and policies
Review requests for validity checks and recommend an appropriate course of action taking into account the limitations of specimen requirements and the effects of time and the quality of additional and/or repeat testing.
Expedites the flow of work to maximize productive capacity by evaluating production systems and recommending enhancements and coordinating the resolution of production problems/issues involving other laboratory departments.
Review unit activities to ensure compliance with departmental policies and federal, state, and local regulations.
Competent in most areas within the department
Participates in special projects as assigned
Performs other duties as directed by Supervisor

Qualifications:
Required Work Experience:
Minimum of three (3) to five (5) years clinical experience with two (2) years in present department.
5 years of blood bank experience preferred
If Sr MLS will be asked to perform delegated supervisory duties, then minimum required qualifications are:
Master of Science Degree in biological or chemical science and two (2) years of work experience as a Medical Lab Scientist in the designated laboratory specialty.
At least four (4) years of pertinent clinical laboratory experience subsequent to qualifying as a Medical Lab Scientist
If operating within the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania must have at least six (6) years of pertinent clinical laboratory experience subsequent to qualifying as a Medical Lab Scientist
If HEW certified,... For full info follow application link.

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