Medical Laboratory Scientist II

Quest Diagnostics Inc. seeks Medical Laboratory Scientist II, Microbiology (multiple) in Evansville, IN to perform test procedures of moderate/high complexity. Perform and report on assigned analytical tests in accordance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) ensuring applicable quality control requirements are met. Comply with laboratory policies and procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting and maintaining records of patient test results. Adhere to analytical schedules to maintain turnaround time of results including STATS or critical results to clients. Ensure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and if applicable opened dates. Perform and document QC analysis to ensure accuracy of clinical data and proper instrument function. Make quality control decisions regarding the disposition of an assay or test. Enter test results into the Laboratory Information System for standardized report to be generated for physician review and interpretation. Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional, and sanitary condition. Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate. Make quality control decisions regarding the disposition of an assay or test. Adhere to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety requirements. Shift: 7am to 3:30pm

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelors degree (or foreign equivalent) in Medical Technology, Chemical Pathology, Biology, or related field. Experience must include one (1) year of experience in: high complexity testing in a clinical laboratory setting; plate reading to recognize bacterial and yeast organisms based on colony growth characteristics from plated medium; identification and interpretation of pathogens from normal flora based on specimen sources; susceptibility testing to analyze and interpret antimicrobial drug testing following appropriate algorithms; and performing quality review of culture review logs, quality control documentation of testing and reagents, and specimen troubleshooting. Must be willing to work 7am to 3:30pm shift.

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