Laboratory Scientist I

1 week ago


Sacramento, California, United States Quest Diagnostics Full time
Position Overview

Job Title: Clinical Lab Scientist I

Department: Clinical Laboratory - Automated Chemistry

Work Schedule: Monday to Friday (with rotational weekends) - 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM

Compensation: $53.10 per hour

Salary offers are determined by various factors, including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and applicable certifications. Market conditions and organizational factors are also taken into account. Successful candidates may qualify for annual performance bonuses.


Benefits Overview:

We take pride in offering comprehensive benefits and programs to support our employees and their families in leading healthy and fulfilling lives.

Our compensation and benefits packages are designed to enhance employee well-being in all aspects – physical, financial, and professional development.

Depending on whether the position is part-time or full-time, some of the benefits may include:

  • Immediate Medical/Dental/Vision coverage for full-time employees working 30+ hours
  • 15 days of Paid Time Off in the first year
  • Paid Holidays
  • Annual Bonus Opportunities
  • 401(k) plan with matching contributions
  • Variable compensation plan (AIP) bonuses
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Wellness Programs
  • Tuition Reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate studies for full-time employees working 30+ hours
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Training and development provided

As a leading clinical laboratory, Quest Diagnostics has played a pivotal role in the national response to health crises. Our dedicated workforce of nearly 50,000 employees collaborates to support one another and the patients we serve daily.

We prioritize the health and safety of our frontline staff, enabling effective decision-making and fostering collaboration across various functions.


Key Responsibilities:

Job Duties:

  • Prepare and assess new reagents or controls, evaluating their effectiveness based on established criteria.
  • Determine the acceptability of specimens for testing in accordance with established protocols.
  • Accurately input testing results and review computer-generated reports to ensure precise laboratory reporting.
  • Evaluate routine analyses for acceptability prior to releasing patient reports, taking appropriate actions in response to critical values or unexpected results, and documenting actions taken.
  • Conduct preventative maintenance and/or calibration of laboratory equipment, ensuring proper documentation of actions based on an approved schedule.

Qualifications:

Job Requirements:

  • A Bachelor of Science degree in medical technology or biological sciences from an accredited institution.
  • A valid Clinical Laboratory Scientist license issued by the state of California.
  • Zero to three years of direct experience in a laboratory environment.

Quest Diagnostics values the contributions of our service members and encourages veterans to apply.

We appreciate our staffing partners but do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies.


Equal Employment Opportunity:

Quest Diagnostics is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to recruit, hire, and promote qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Quest Diagnostics adheres to minimum age requirements established by federal, state, and/or local laws and may request verification from applicants when necessary.



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