Medical Laboratory Scientist Expert

Geisinger; Shamokin (Northumberland County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits starting day one

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with employer contributions

Paid time off (PTO)

EAP

Adoption and fertility assistance

Job summary

Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital seeks a qualified Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform analyses and report results from multiple specimen sources. The role requires meeting age-appropriate patient care standards and serving as a technical expert in the absence of the Analytical Specialist.

The position emphasizes instrument operation, troubleshooting, validation of new tests and procedures, training of staff, and adherence to quality control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in a related field and successful completion of an ASCP/NAACLS-accredited MLS program OR
• Bachelor of Science in a related field with major in biological/chemical/clinical lab science and ASCP certification OR
• Bachelor of Science in a related field with major in biological/chemical/physical/clinical lab science and at least two years' MLS-equivalent experience

Responsibilities

• Performs technical duties at the instrument level.
• Troubleshoots and resolves instrument problems.
• Assists in evaluation and validation of new tests and instrumentation.
• Acts as key operator for instrumentation in the technical area.
• Participates in training of employees.
• Ensures competency, proficiency testing, QC and maintenance.
• Assists with inventory management and procedure writing.

Skills

Technical duties

Instrument expertise

Troubleshooting

Decision making

Inventory management

Training staff

Quality control

Education

Bachelor of Science in a related field

ASCP/NAACLS-accredited MLS program

Two years MLS-equivalent experience

Tools

ASCP certification

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

Performs and reports various analyses from multiple specimen sources. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range on their assigned clinical area. Serves as the technical expert and makes decisions in the absence of the Analytical Specialist.

• Performs technical duties and serves as a technical expert at the instrument or platform level.
• Troubleshoots and resolves technical problems with instruments.
• Makes operational decisions in the absence of the Analytical Specialist or Team Leader.
• Assists in the evaluation and validation of new products, assays and instrumentation.
• Serves as a key operator for all instrumentation within the technical area of responsibility.
• Assists in implementation of new testing and new methods, including procedure writing.
• Assists with annual procedure manual review and revision.
• Interprets specialized testing as appropriate.
• In conjunction with the Analytical Specialist, ensures that competency, proficiency testing, quality control and maintenance are completed and reviewed.
• Assists Analytical Specialist with inventory management.
• Participates in the training of employees.
• Member of the Best Practice Committee for their area of responsibility when appropriate.
• Meets all the qualifications and performance requirements of the Medical Technologist position.
• 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

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: This position qualifies for a $12,500 SIGN ON BONUS for eligible candidates
• Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital (GSACH)
• Rotate shifts
• 4 years of experience as MLS

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-Related Field of Study (Required), Bachelor's Degree-Medical Technology (Preferred)

Experience

Minimum of 4 years-Laboratory (Required)

Certification(s) and License(s)

Valid Driver's License - Default Issuing Body

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, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.