Alert: Scammers may offer fake Quest jobs using LinkedIn and other platforms. Click here to learn more.
Skip to main content
Search jobs

Medical Laboratory Scientist Group Lead

Indianapolis, Indiana

Apply now
Doctor is looking monitor
More: Excellence Join a team that’s setting the standard for safety and quality.

At a glance

Every day as a Quest career professional, you’ll work in a dynamic, collaborative environment with the latest cutting-edge technology. As a laboratory operations team member, you will play a key role in ensuring that the highest standards of quality, safety, and integrity are upheld while meeting the needs of our patients. And, you’ll be supported by a company committed to helping you grow a rewarding career through cross training and comprehensive learning opportunities.

Success profile

What makes a successful candidate? See if you have what it takes.

  • Collaborative
  • Efficient
  • Focused
  • Results-driven
  • Quick-thinking
  • Organized

See how your career can grow

With a world of opportunities in our supportive environment, you’ll take your career to the next level. From collaborating with senior leaders on meaningful work, to on-the-job training, we are committed to fostering your growth, so you can build a successful career. Here is just one example of a career path you can take.

Icon Icon
  • Lab Associate Lab Associate
  • Lab Technician Lab Technician
  • Lab Technologist >Lab Technologist
  • Lab Supervisor or Trainer Lab Supervisor or Trainer
  • Additional Advancement Opportunities Additional Advancement Opportunities

Job Details

Category Laboratory Location Indianapolis, Indiana Job function Operations Job family Laboratory Operations
Shift Night Employee type Regular Full-Time Work mode On-site

Medical Laboratory Scientist Group Lead

Location: Community South Hospital 1402 E. County Line Rd. Indianapolis, IN

Schedule: Full-time/Nights/Monday to Friday (Rotational Weekends) - 10:00PM - 06:30AM

Sign-on Bonus: $7,000 (external applicants)

Shift Differentials: 15% Nights, 10% Weekends

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.

Pay Range: $28.24+ per hour


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/Dental/Vision for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• 15 PTO days first year
• Paid Holidays
• Annual Bonus Opportunity
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Variable compensation plan (AIP) bonus
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Blueprint for Wellness
• Tuition Reimbursement for undergraduate and graduate programs for FT employees who work 30+ hours
• Opportunities for career advancement
• Training provided!


  • 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 within the designated discipline. 

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(Required)

LICENSECERTIFICATIONS
ASCP Certification

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. 

2024-75554


Equal Opportunity Employer: Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets 

woman with mask on

Culture

We’ve built a welcoming, inclusive workplace where people are inspired to learn, develop, and progress in their careers. There’s stability, so you can explore many career paths in one field. There’s flexibility, helping you to build a fulfilling life and rewarding career. There’s training and development to align your work with your business success. No wonder there’s more to discover at Quest.

Learn more

Benefits

We’re committed to helping our people live a healthier lifestyle. One way we do this is by offering a comprehensive total rewards package, so you can take care of yourself and the ones you love. Find out how our benefits provide you with everything you need to thrive—now and in the future.

  • Medical, supplemental health, dental, and vision

    From medical, dental, and vision coverage plans designed to meet your needs, to supplemental health plans for an additional layer of financial protection, you can rest assured that your health is high on our agenda.

  • Annual incentive plans

    All eligible employees are invited to participate in our success in our annual incentive bonus plan payout.

  • 401(k)

    You’re eligible to join the Quest Diagnostics 401(k) Plan on your date of hire. The company will match up to 5% of your annual salary.

No jobs have been viewed recently.

No jobs have been saved.

Employee holding a tablet while gazing through a window.

Why get job alerts?

To stay in touch with us, we encourage you to sign up for our job alerts.

Once registered, we’ll match you with current and future career opportunities. You’ll also receive updates about Quest news, events, and other exciting opportunities.

Sign up today!

Quest Diagnostics is an equal employment 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 state or local law. Quest Diagnostics observes minimum age requirements established by federal, state and/or local laws, and will ask an applicant for verification when deemed necessary.

Quest Diagnostics is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please complete the accommodation request form.