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Medical Laboratory Scientist Group Lead - Microbiology

lewisville, TX

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Job description

Medical Laboratory Scientist Group Lead

Lewisville, TX, Monday to Friday, 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM, with rotational weekends

Department - Clinical Laboratory - Microbio General

Pay range: $33.00+ per hour; employee may be eligible to receive shift differential of 10% for some or all hours worked on second shift and 15% for some or all hours worked on third shift. Additional details on shift differential will be provided if an offer is extended.

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!

Perform test procedures of moderate/high complexity requiring the exercise of independent judgement and responsibility in those specialties in which they are qualified by education, training and experience. Assist Lab Supervisor and serve as a technical resource for the department.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate proficiency in all duties of a Medical Technologist I and II.

Perform and report on assigned analytical tests in accordance with applicable Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) ensuring that applicable quality control requirements are met.

Actively support and 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.

Perform, review 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.

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.

Serve as a technical resource for the department 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.

Assist Lab Supervisor by monitoring workflow to meet testing schedules; distributing and reviewing work assignments; training employees in laboratory techniques; resolving work-related problems of staff; and providing input for performance appraisals and disciplinary actions.

Expedite 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.

Maintain laboratory areas and equipment in a safe, functional and sanitary condition.

Complete training and competency checklists as appropriate and assist with the department's annual competency testing process and documentation.

Adheres to all established CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and laboratory safety requirements and reviews department activities to ensure compliance.

Required to use (a) personal protective equipment, (b) engineering controls and/or (c) work practice controls as directed by management.

Participate in government or regulatory agency inspections, if needed.

Perform necessary supervisor functions in the absence of a Supervisor, if qualified and delegated.

Other duties as assigned. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, but rather a general description of work performed by the position.

Qualifications

Required Work Experience:

Three (3) to five (5) years of clinical experience as a Medical Technologist in Microbiology.

Foreign educated candidates must provide a detailed credential evaluation from IERF (International Education Research Foundation). The United States educated candidates must provide a detailed original transcript.

Preferred Work Experience:

Experience as a Medical Technologist at Quest is highly desired.

Physical and Mental Requirements:

The normal performance of duties may require lifting and carrying objects: Objects 1 to 10 pounds are lifted and carried frequently; objects 11 to 25 pounds are lifted and carried occasionally; objects 36 to 50 pounds are seldom lifted or carried and objects over 50 pounds are not to be lifted or carried without assistance.

Ability to stand and work at the bench for long periods of time.

Frequent walking and/or standing.

May be required to use a wide variety of manual and automated pipettes and laboratory instruments and apparatuses all of which demand significant manual dexterity.

Knowledge:

Comprehensive theoretical and operational job knowledge in designated specialty required.

Knowledge of organizational/departmental policies and procedures.

Skills:

Proven leadership and problem-solving skills.

Must be detail-oriented, have the ability to work independently, establish work priorities for self and others and to handle several tasks simultaneously for maximum department efficiency.

Ability to schedule and manage resources to meet department goals.

Interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously and effectively with supervisors, co-workers and clients.

Communication skills necessary to handle telephone inquiries from clients.

Ability to deal with client information in a confidential manner.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) and Laboratory Information Systems.

Education

Bachelor's Degree Medical Technology, Chemistry or Biology or Previously qualified as a Technologist under 42 CFR 493. 1433 published in March 14, 1990. (Required)

Licenses and Certifications

ASCP Certification (Required)

MLS, Medical Laboratory Scientist, Medical Lab Scientist, Med Tech, Medical Technologist, CLS, Clinical Lab Scientist

About the Team

Quest Diagnostics honors our service members and encourages veterans to apply. While we appreciate and value our staffing partners, we do not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Quest will not be responsible for paying agency fees for any individual as to whom an agency has sent an unsolicited resume. Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets or any other legally protected status.

Job Info

Job Identification 69316

Job Category Laboratory Operations

Posting Date 09/14/2026, 10:26 PM

Job Schedule Full time

Job Shift Evening

Locations 2501 S State Highway 121, Lewisville, TX, 75067, US

Workplace On-site daily

Regular or Temporary Regular

Weekly Working

Worksite address

lewisville, TX, 75029, US

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