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When you make a commitment to Core Values such as Quality, Integrity, Innovation, Accountability, Collaboration and Leadership, good things happen. Quest Diagnostics Incorporated has become the recognized leader in diagnostic testing and services through a total commitment to these values…living them and practicing them every day. It’s the only way we know how to do business. At Quest Diagnostics Incorporated, we understand urgency. But more than speed, we focus our energies on accuracy.

 

Currently we are seeking Medical Technologists I for our Lenexa facility.  In this position, you will be responsible for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test result; Analyzing specimens using approved testing procedures (see department SOPs). Following CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines. Adhering to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and all maintenance performed is also expected.

Additional Responsibilities Include:Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test result;Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens;  Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures (see department SOPs).Review and release test results.Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines.Adhere to the laboratory's quality control policies, document all quality control activities, instrument and procedural calibrations and all maintenance performed;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.Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the laboratory's established performance specifications. Follow department’s procedure in reporting STATS or Critical results to clients. If applicable, answer questions from customers or other lab personnel.Maintain complete records of all testing performed on-site.Make sure reagents/test kits have received dates, expiration dates, and if applicable opened dates.Review/train on new procedures by attending monthly department and any additional training/educational meetings.Participate in all applicable safety training sessions.  Know the location and contents of the safety manual.  Know the location/use of all applicable safety equipment.If needed, participate in government or regulatory agency inspections.

 

 

Our ideal candidates will possess:

·  BS in Medical Technology preferred; or BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology, or Associates degree in a Laboratory Science or Medical Technology, or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493.1433 published in March 14, 1990. Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation). United States educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript.

·  1 year Clinical experience (high complexity testing) preferred.

·  Minimum of 1 year of clinical laboratory experience in highly complex testing for those with BS/BA in Chemistry or Biology.

·  Blood Bank experience preferred.

·  Must have the ability to establish work priorities and handle several procedures simultaneously. 

·  Good customer service skills are important; contact with clients may be required.

·  Ability to protect patient confidentiality at all times.

·  Ability to interact with other departments.

 

Quest offers outstanding opportunities for career growth along with a competitive compensation & benefits package including 401(k), stock purchase plan, medical/ dental coverage and more.

 

If you share values such as Integrity, Quality, Integrity, Accountability and Collaboration, we invite you to join us in our important work.

 

To apply please visit our website: Click Here! 

 

 

If you think you have the experience to help power our efforts, we invite you to join us on our journey.  Find out more about joining our outstanding team at www.questdiagnostics.com .   EOE.