Analytical Specialist (Toxicology) - GMC - Full time - Days

Geisinger; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Geisinger Medical Laboratories as a Medical Laboratory Scientist specializing in Toxicology. This role involves technical supervision, compliance with regulatory standards, and collaboration on new testing developments. A Bachelor's degree or 5 years of experience is required, along with a strong commitment to quality and patient care. A generous benefits package and a sign-on bonus of $12,500 are offered.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Generous PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness programs

Family support

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or 5 years of experience.
• Successful completion of an ASCP/NAACLS-accredited program required.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provides technical supervision and ensures proper performance of laboratory procedures.
• Analyzes technical problems and resolves them according to established policies.
• Participates in the development of new testing and validation of new technologies.

Skills

Technical supervision

Quality assurance

Cost management

Collaboration

Regulatory compliance

Education

Bachelor of Science degree

ASCP/NAACLS-accredited Medical Technology program

5 years of experience

Job description

Job Summary: Join our team at Geisinger Medical Laboratories. You can find your passion for caring and innovation as a team member in our state-of-the-art laboratories. Our mission is to provide exceptional patient care through innovative, efficient, and high-quality laboratory services.

Job Duties

Provides day-to-day technical supervision of testing personnel, ensuring proper performance of all laboratory procedures and reporting of test results. Promotes standardization through collaboration and coordination within a specialty.

1. Performs technical duties and provides technical knowledge and support to staff and clients within a department of responsibility.
2. Analyzes technical problems and resolves them according to established laboratory policies.
3. Reviews test results, quality control records, proficiency testing results, and preventative maintenance records.
4. Ensures remedial actions are taken whenever test systems and Quality Assurance deviate from established performance specifications.
5. Collaborates on planning capital purchases and leases with the appropriate Doctoral Director and Operations Director.
6. Participates in the development of new testing, validation, and evaluation of new equipment, reagents, instrumentation, and technologies with the Director and system colleagues.
7. Maintains knowledge of applicable regulatory standards and ensures compliance.
8. Participates in cost analysis for materials and negotiations for favorable contracts.
9. Responsible for section purchasing, receiving, and inventory management to reduce costs.
10. Manages effective cost accounting and cost management.
11. Maintains adequate supply inventory.
12. Coordinates the development and review of policy and procedure manuals with the Director and system colleagues.
13. Provides orientation and training to new employees, monitoring and documenting their performance.
14. Participates in annual performance appraisals.
15. Collaborates with colleagues at other lab locations to ensure system-wide standardization.
16. Member of the Best Practice Committee for their area.
17. Encourages service-oriented behavior to support and meet client needs.
18. Provides timely consultations and takes prompt action to resolve issues.
19. Participates in educational activities to acquire new skills and maintain proficiency.

Work is performed in a clinical environment. The role requires compliance with all organizational policies and procedures. Additional department-specific competencies may be required.

Position Details

Education Qualification and Details

Medical Laboratory Scientist: Toxicology

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited institution AND successful completion of an ASCP/NAACLS-accredited Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science program OR;
• 5 years of experience.

• Hiring Incentive: This position qualifies for a $12,500 SIGN ON BONUS for eligible candidates.

Benefits and Additional Information

Geisinger offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, 401(k), generous PTO, tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, family support, and more. We value diversity and inclusion and are committed to equal opportunity employment.