Laboratory Assistant - Full Time Overnight

Geisinger; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to join their Laboratory Medicine team. This role involves assessing and processing patient specimens while ensuring compliance with safety standards. You will handle potentially infectious materials, manage specimen logistics, and utilize laboratory information systems to maintain accurate records. The organization values diversity and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health coverage from day one, tuition reimbursement, and generous paid time off. If you are passionate about patient care and thrive in a clinical environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

Life Insurance

Short-term Disability

Qualifications

• Experience in handling and processing patient specimens safely and accurately.
• Ability to navigate multiple computer applications for specimen management.

Responsibilities

• Assess and process patient specimens for testing in Laboratory Medicine.
• Ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards in specimen handling.

Skills

Specimen Handling

Quality Control

Computer Application Navigation

Communication Skills

Tools

Laboratory Information Systems

Preventative Maintenance Tools

Job description

Assesses, accessions, and processes patient specimens in preparation for testing in the various sections of Laboratory Medicine.

• Safely handles potentially infectious blood, body fluids, and other patient specimens in compliance with regulatory standards.

• Assesses suitability and acceptability of patient specimens.

• Rejects unacceptable specimens according to established protocols.

• Matches order information with specimen information to ensure accuracy and patient safety.

• Accessions and results according to procedure via appropriate computer application.

• Correctly assigns billing numbers, location codes, and physician numbers.

• Verifies physician orders when test requests are unclear.

• Prepares specimens as appropriate including centrifugation, aliquoting, labeling.

• Delivers prepared specimens to appropriate testing area in a timely manner.

• Applies laboratory internet programs to store specimens and to locate, retrieve, and process specimens for additional testing as requested.

• Maintains computer logs, quality control, disinfection procedures, and departmental assigned duties.

• Manages phone inquiries and provides information regarding specimen collection, transport, and patient results as appropriate.

• Navigates and accesses multiple computer applications as needed.

• Assists with packaging ordering and referral of specimens to reference laboratories in compliance with U.S. Department of Transportation and commercial carrier regulations as required.

• Troubleshoots missing specimens and other preanalytical errors including courier log review, specimen archives.

• Maintains equipment, participates in established preventative maintenance program, and alerts supervisor of any equipment problems.

• Assists in proper handling, storage, and maintenance of supplies, notifies supervisor when inventory is low.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job-specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Hiring Incentive: This position qualifies for a $5,000 SIGN ON BONUS for eligible candidates (Evenings and Nights).

Schedule: 10p-630a, every other weekend, 3 holidays/year.

Geisinger cares about not only its patients and members but also about you and your family. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to ensure that you and your loved ones can maintain good health, achieve financial stability, and excel both personally and professionally. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves. To learn more: https://jobs.geisinger.org/diversity

Benefits of working at Geisinger:

• 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.

• Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance.