Medical Laboratory Technician - Pathology Laboratory

Penn State Health; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discount

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center is seeking a Medical Laboratory Technician to perform complex tests on blood, body fluids, cells and tissues in the Pathology Laboratory. The role supports diagnostic workups under minimal supervision and follows all regulatory guidelines to ensure accurate patient results.

The position requires an associate degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology or an approved military equivalent with 50 weeks of training, plus eligibility for

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology or equivalent military training.
• Eligible for ASCP, AMT or equivalent board certification exam; certified within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex laboratory tests on blood, body fluids, cells, and tissues under minimal supervision.
• Follow laboratory policies, FDA, CAP, OSHA, CUA and Joint Commission guidelines; ensure accurate test results for diagnosis and treatment.

Education

Associate degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology

Military medical laboratory training (50 weeks) with Medical Laboratory Specialist designation

Job description

Medical Laboratory Technician - Pathology Laboratory

Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Beginning January 1, 2027, eligible full-time Penn State Health employees receive a 50% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents, including a spouse and children. The discount applies at Penn State University Park, Commonwealth Campuses, World Campus, and Penn College of Technology.

Penn State Health -Lancaster Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Lancaster
Work Type:PRN
FTE:0.001
Shift:Varied
Evening Shift Differential: $2.00/hour
Night Shift Differential: $2.50/hour
Hours:Varied

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

The medical laboratory technician, under minimal supervision, is responsible for independently performing complex laboratory tests on blood, body fluids, cells, and tissues that includes standardized microscopic, chemical, and/or bacteriological testing. All testing is performed in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures, FDA, CAP, OSHA, CUA, and Joint Commission regulations and guidelines. Test results are used in the diagnosis, treatment. and prevention of disease.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• Associates degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited institution OR be a high school graduate or equivalent and have successfully completed an official military medical laboratory procedures course of at least a duration of 50 weeks and have held the military enlisted occupational specialty of Medical Laboratory Specialist (Laboratory Technician).
• Must be eligible for ASCP, AMT or equivalent board certification exam and must be Medical Laboratory Technician certified within 18 months of hire.

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 LANCASTER MEDICAL CENTER?

Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center is a 341,000-square-foot 129-bed acute care hospital that will give residents of Lancaster and York counties enhanced access to Penn State Health’s expertise and specialty services! Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our team is committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community, and each other.

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.

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