Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician- GCMC - Full time - Days

Geisinger Health System - Herrick Center, PA

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Herrick Center, PA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician at Geisinger Medical Laboratories plays a crucial role in providing high-quality laboratory services to ensure exceptional patient care. This full-time position involves performing various analyses from multiple specimen sources, managing work processes efficiently, and maintaining productivity while adhering to established protocols. The role requires collaboration with a team in a clinical environment, contributing to patient satisfaction and safety through accurate testing and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Performs and reports various analyses from multiple specimen sources.
• Provides the highest level of patient care and maximizes patient satisfaction.
• Maintains an expected level of productivity and manages multiple work processes efficiently.
• Completes tasks in a timely manner and handles specimens properly.
• Confirms identification and specimen suitability, using appropriate accessioning procedures.
• Recognizes discrepancies on patient orders and resolves problems as appropriate.
• Performs and records instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, and quality control.
• Replenishes reagents and supplies according to established protocols.
• Follows established reporting procedures, computerized, verbal, and manual as appropriate.
• Navigates and accesses multiple computer applications as needed for job functionality.
• Assists in the training and orientation of new employees.
• Participates in educational activities to maintain current knowledge in the field.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of an ASCP/NAACLS-accredited Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science program (for Medical Laboratory Scientist).
• Bachelor of Science degree with a major in biological, chemical, physical or clinical laboratory science AND ASCP categorical certification (for Medical Laboratory Scientist).
• Bachelor of Science degree with a major in biological, chemical, physical or clinical laboratory science AND at least two years' experience in a role equivalent to that of a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) in a clinical laboratory (for Medical Laboratory Scientist).
• Associate degree in a laboratory science with certification (or eligible new graduate) from an accredited institution as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) (for Medical Laboratory Technician).
• Military experience as a Medical Laboratory Specialist or related medical specialties is welcomed.

Nice-to-haves

• Minimum of 1 year of laboratory experience (preferred).
• Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology (preferred).

Benefits

• Full benefits (health, dental, and vision) starting on day one.
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents.
• Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA).
• Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions.
• Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly.
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year.
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive.
• Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay, and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more.