Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Laboratory Technician - Per Diem

Geisinger; Uniontown (Fayette County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan with contributions

Free Care.com membership

Employee Assistance Program

MyHealth Rewards wellness program

Vision and dental benefits

Competitive compensation package

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist or Technician at Shamokin Area Community Hospital. This role involves providing patient care and maximizing satisfaction by performing analyses and handling specimens. You'll manage laboratory tasks and ensure quality control in a clinical environment.

Qualifications include a Bachelor’s degree in Medical Laboratory Science or an equivalently relevant field, along with appropriate certifications. The position offers a per diem shift schedule with comprehensive benefits from day one.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university with ASCP certification or equivalent experience.
• Military experience as a Medical Laboratory Technician is welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Manages productivity and work processes efficiently.
• Completes instrument maintenance and quality control.
• Trains and orients new employees.

Skills

Specimen handling

Quality control

Technical troubleshooting

Patient care

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Medical Laboratory Science or equivalent

Associate degree in laboratory science with certification

Job description

Location: Geisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital (GSACH)
Shift: Rotation (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
Worker Type: Regular Exemption Status: No

Job Summary

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.

Job Duties

• Manages an expected level of productivity and multiple work processes efficiently.
• Completes tasks in a timely manner.
• Handles specimens properly, confirms identification and specimen suitability, and 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 needed for job functionality.
• Assists in the training and orientation of new employees.
• Participates in educational activities to maintain current knowledge in the field.
• Completes initial and subsequent competency exams.
• Works in a clinical environment and satisfies all job‑specific obligations in compliance with all organization policies and procedures.

Qualifications & Education

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 with a major in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science and ASCP categorical certification; or Bachelor of Science degree 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).

Medical Laboratory Technician / Associate Degree: Associate degree in laboratory science with certification (or eligible new graduate) from an accredited institution as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT). Military experience will be considered and is welcomed (US Army 68K, 71E; US Navy; US Air Force 4T0X1 and Biomedical Laboratory Officer 43TX).

Shift Information

Per Diem – Rotate 11:00p.m. – 7:30a.m. and 3:00p.m. – 11:30p.m.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions
• Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for loved ones
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with referrals for childcare, eldercare, pet care, free legal guidance, mental health visits, work‑life support, digital self‑help tools and more
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health
• Vision, dental, and domestic partner benefits from day one
• Competitive compensation and benefits package to promote financial stability and personal and professional growth

Legal Statements

We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

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.