Medical Lab Technician - Automated Testing Lab

Penn State Health; Hershey (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount

Total Rewards Program

Be Well program

Be Balanced time off

Retirement & Life Insurance

Job summary

Penn State Health - Milton S. Hershey Medical Center in Hershey, PA is seeking a Medical Lab Technician for the Automated Testing Lab. This part-time, 0.60 FTE night shift role supports complex lab testing of blood and body fluids, with a focus on accuracy and safety in aseptic processing.

A path to certification within 18 months is provided. Responsibilities include identifying microorganisms, analyzing chemical content, cross matching blood, and preparing cells for cellular therapies.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited program (NAACLS/ABHES).
• OR Associate degree with chemistry/biology coursework and eligibility to sit for a certification exam (ASCP, AMT, ACHI or equivalent).
• OR high school diploma with a 50-week military medical laboratory procedures course and Medical Laboratory Specialist experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex laboratory tests on blood, body fluids, cells, and tissues.
• Identify bacteria, parasites, and other microorganisms.
• Analyze chemical content of fluids and cross-match blood for transfusion.
• Aseptically prepare cells for use in cellular therapies; support diagnostics, treatment and prevention.

Skills

Laboratory procedures

Quality control

Education

Associate’s degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology

Equivalent associate degree with chemistry/biology coursework + eligibility for certification

High school diploma with military medical laboratory course

MLS/ASCP/AMT/ACHI certification within 18 months

Job description

Medical Lab Technician - Automated Testing Lab

Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Full-time Milton S. Hershey Medical Center employees receive a 75% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents through the Grant-in-Aid program.

Penn State Health -Hershey Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type:Part Time
FTE:0.60
Shift:Night
Night Shift Differential: $2.50/hour
Hours:11:30p - 8:00a

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Responsible to perform complex laboratory tests on blood, body fluids, cells, and tissues. Identify bacteria, parasites, and other microorganisms, analyze chemical content of fluids, and cross match blood for transfusion and organ transplantation aseptically prepare cells for use in cellular therapies. The results of these tests are used in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• Associate’s degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited program (NAACLS/ABHES)
• OR Associate degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college/university with six (6) semester hours of chemistry, six (6) semesters of biology, and twelve (12) semester hours of courses in chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology in any combination and proof of eligibility to sit for an applicable certification exam (ASCP, AMT, ACHI or equivalent)
• OR high school diploma or equivalent and have successfully completed an official military medical laboratory procedures course of at least a duration of fifty (50) weeks and have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician).
• Medical Lab Technician Certification through ASCP, AMT, ACHI or an equivalent certification agency must be obtained within eighteen (18) months of employment for all Medical Lab Technicians at the Penn State Health, Milton S. Hershey Department of Pathology.
• Applicants trained outside of the United States must provide documentation of equivalency evaluation of their education and training to ensure it is equivalent to CLIA requirements.
• The equivalency evaluations will be performed by a nationally recognized organization. Ex. National Association Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES), the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). The applicant is responsible for paying the cost of the equivalency evaluation.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employerand does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.