Medical Laboratory Scientist

Geisinger; Jersey Shore (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

401(k) plan with Geisinger company-mat

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Geisinger Jersey Shore Hospital is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform and report analyses from diverse specimens in a clinical lab setting. You will ensure patient safety, follow QC procedures, and maintain instrument operation and competency testing for ongoing quality care.

The role requires a Medical Technology degree, ASCP/NAACLS accreditation pathway, and may include a on-site, rotating shift schedule with comprehensive benefits and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology or related clinical laboratory science with ASCP/NAACLS accreditation or equivalent.
• Two years' experience in a role equivalent to Medical Laboratory Technician in a clinical lab (per alternative pathway).
• Must be able to complete competency exams and work in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Performs and reports analyses from multiple specimen sources.
• Maintains productivity and prioritizes tasks.
• Ensures proper specimen identification and handling.
• Operates and maintains laboratory instrumentation, performing QC.

Skills

Communication

Laboratory Equipment Operation

Laboratory Results Reporting

Laboratory Services

Organizing

Preceptor Skills

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration/Management

Job description

Location: Geisinger Jersey Shore Hospital (GJSH) Shift: Rotation (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Worker Type: Regular Exemption Status: No

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

• Performs and reports various analyses from multiple specimen sources.
• Performs duties to provide the highest level of patient care and maximize patient satisfaction.
• Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range on their assigned clinical area.
• Maintains an expected level of productivity.
• Manages multiple work processes efficiently.
• Completes tasks in a timely manner.
• Handles specimens properly.
• Confirms identification and specimen suitability.
• Uses appropriate accessioning procedures.
• Recognizes discrepancies on patient orders.
• Resolves and reports problems and solutions 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.
• Successful completion of initial and subsequent competency exams required.
• 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.

Position Details

Additional Job Description: Education Qualification and Details

Medical Laboratory Scientist: Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of an ASCP/NAACLS-accredited Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science program OR; Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university with a major in biological, chemical, physical or clinical laboratory science AND ASCP categorical certification OR; Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university 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

HEW Hiring Incentive

HEW Hiring Incentive: This position qualifies for a $12,500 SIGN ON BONUS for eligible candidates Geisinger Jersey Shore Hospital (GJSH) Full time Rotating Shifts

Benefit Highlights

• 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) with employer contribution
• 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

Education

• Bachelor's Degree-Business Administration/Management (Required)
• Bachelor's Degree-Medical Technology (Preferred)

Experience

• Minimum of 1 year-Laboratory (Preferred)

Certification(s) and License(s)

• Valid Driver's License - Default Issuing Body

Skills

• Communication
• Laboratory Equipment Operation
• Laboratory Results Reporting
• Laboratory Services
• Organizing
• Preceptor Skills
• Time Management

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES

Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family. We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws. Geisinger is committed to making better health easier for the more than 1 million people it serves. Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes nine hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,600 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and benefits for domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. For more information, visit www.geisinger.org, or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. * Does not qualify for J-1 waiver. We are an Aff… Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.