Medical Laboratory Scientist II- Chemistry

Quest Diagnostics is seeking a detail-driven Medical Laboratory Scientist II - Chemistry to join its hospital-based laboratory team at JFK in Edison, NJ, serving the Menlo Park, Middlesex County area. If you take pride in accurate diagnostic testing and want to make a direct impact on patient care, this full-time opportunity is for you.

About the Role

As a Medical Laboratory Scientist II focused on Chemistry, you will perform and interpret clinical chemistry testing within a fast-paced hospital laboratory environment. This is an on-site, full-time position based at the JFK hospital site, working Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM, with rotational weekend coverage.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct clinical chemistry analyses on patient specimens with precision and consistency.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain the laboratory instrumentation used in chemistry testing.
• Review and verify results, confirming accuracy before they are reported.
• Adhere to established quality control and quality assurance procedures.
• Identify and troubleshoot analytical and instrument issues as they occur.
• Support prompt result turnaround to aid clinical decision-making across weekday and rotational weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• Training and credentials as a Medical Laboratory Scientist, with clinical chemistry experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of laboratory instrumentation, quality control practices, and applicable regulatory standards.
• Sharp attention to detail and the ability to perform reliably in a hospital laboratory setting.
• Availability for the scheduled early-morning shift and participation in rotational weekend coverage.

Compensation

The pay range for this position is $32.00 to $50.73 per hour. Final offers are determined by a variety of factors, including relevant skills, training, experience, and education.

About Quest Diagnostics

Quest Diagnostics is a leading provider of diagnostic testing and laboratory services, partnering with hospitals and clinical teams to deliver insights that guide patient care. This Chemistry-focused role supports the hospital-based laboratory operations at JFK in Edison, NJ.

How to Apply

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