Medical Laboratory Scientist II

Medical Laboratory Scientist II - Generalist

Join the Quest Diagnostics Team Supporting Corewell Health in Watervliet, MI

Paid Sign On Bonus: $9,000.00 (External Candidates Only)

Location:

Watervliet, MI

Shift: 8:00 PM to 6:30 AM; every other weekend and holidays.

Shift differential:
Eligible for 10% on second shift and 15% on third shift on applicable hours.

Perform test procedures of moderate/high complexity requiring independent judgement and responsibility in the specialties in which you are qualified by education, training and experience.

• Day 1 Medical, supplemental health, dental & vision for full‑time employees who work 30+ hours
• Annual no‑cost health assessment program (Blueprint for Wellness)
• healthy MINDS mental health program
• Vacation and Health/Flex Time
• Fin Fit 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
• Matching gifts program
• Education assistance through MyQuest for Education
• and so much more!

• Demonstrate proficiency in all areas of testing and troubleshoot all applicable instruments/procedures.
• Support the department with quality control, troubleshooting complex problems, customer support, instrument and equipment maintenance, staff training, process improvement, and special projects as assigned.
• Perform and report on assigned analytical tests according to Standard Operating Procedures, ensuring quality control requirements are met.
• Actively support and comply with laboratory policies and specimen handling, test analysis, reporting, and result documentation.
• Adhere to analytical schedules to maintain turnaround time, including critical results.
• Ensure reagents/test kits have recorded dates, expiration dates, and opened dates.
• Perform and document QC analysis to assure accuracy of clinical data and instrument function; make quality control decisions regarding assay or test disposition.
• Inform supervisory personnel of all problems associated with test procedures.
• Report any actual or potential deviation from standard or accepted testing procedures and cooperate with investigations.
• Enter test results into the Laboratory Information System for standardized reporting.
• Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional, and sanitary condition.
• Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate.
• Assist supervisor with training of other laboratory personnel.
• Adhere to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety requirements.
• Use personal protective equipment, engineering controls, and/or work practice controls as directed by management.
• Answer questions from clients or other lab personnel, if applicable.
• Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.
• May assume lead responsibilities in the absence of a Supervisor when qualified and delegated.
• Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties.

Required Work Experience

One (1) year full‑time experience or training in high‑complexity testing in a clinical laboratory setting.

Preferred Work Experience

Minimum of 3 years clinical experience with the most current year in the present department.

Physical and Mental Requirements

• Lifting and carrying: 1–10 lbs frequently; 11–25 lbs occasionally; 36–50 lbs seldom; >50 lbs not without assistance.
• Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods.
• Frequent walking and/or standing.
• Use a wide variety of manual and automated pipettes and laboratory instruments requiring significant manual dexterity.

Knowledge

• Comprehensive theoretical and operational knowledge in designated specialty.
• Knowledge of organizational/departmental…