Medical Laboratory Scientist

Quest Diagnostics·Indianapolis, Indiana

$25/hrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago

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Medical Laboratory Scientist · $25/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-33% vs. median posted rate for allied health roles in Indianapolis, Indiana ($36.50/hr, n=78)

345 similar openings in the Indianapolis area · median $34.23/hr

62 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)

$13.00/hr · lowesthighest · $325/hr

this role: $24.52/hrmedian $36.50/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 78 posted allied health roles in Indianapolis, Indiana rates. This role sits in the 21st percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 33% below the Indianapolis, Indiana median for allied health roles.

Perform diagnostic information services using state-of-the-art laboratory instrumentation. Conduct high complexity testing to provide critical medical data for patient care.

Medical Laboratory Scientist - Indianapolis, IN, Monday to Friday, 10

PM to 6:30 AM, with rotational weekends This position can be adjusted to hire all levels of MLT and MLS. Salary may vary based on qualifications and experience. Please apply to learn more! Are you intrigued by the science of the human body? Curious about state-of-the-art laboratory instrumentation? Looking to join a Fortune 500 company leading the world in providing diagnostic information services? Quest Diagnostics is now recruiting for technologist positions ranging from entry level to experienced, with a wide range of benefits and training!

Pay range: $24.52+ 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!

Responsibilities

Job Responsibilities: Follow the laboratory's procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analyses, reporting and maintaining records of patient test result. Maintain records that demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient specimens. Analyze specimens using approved testing procedures. Review and release test results. Follow CLIA, HIPAA, OSHA, and safety guidelines as described in their respective guidelines. Follow the laboratory's established policies and procedures whenever test systems are not within the laboratory's established acceptable levels of performance. Identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, correct the problems encountered or immediately notify the senior technologist or supervisor.

Requirements

Requires an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology, Chemistry, Biology, or Laboratory Science. One year of clinical experience in high complexity testing is preferred.

associate degree
bachelor degree
Laboratory Instrumentation
Diagnostic Services
High Complexity Testing
Clinical Testing
Medical Technology

Benefits

Dental Insurance
Disability Insurance
Life Insurance
Paid Holidays
Vacation
Vision Insurance
Medical Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts
401(k) With Company Match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Career Advancement Opportunities
Well-being Programs
Education Assistance
Supplemental Health Insurance
Mental Health Program
Annual Incentive Plans
Matching Gifts Program
Health/Flex Time
Annual Health Assessment Program
Financial Coaching And Services

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $25/hr
Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
Posted: Jul 16, 2026
Application: Employer website

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