PT 2nd shift Medical Technologist-Bethlehem, PA

Hospital Central Services Cooperative, Inc.; Delta Manor (PA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 38,572; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and Vision Benefits

PTO

Discount tickets and plans

Employee Assistance program

And Much More!

Job summary

Miller-Keystone Blood Center is seeking a Part-time Medical Technologist for the 2nd shift in our Bethlehem, PA-based Product QC Laboratory. You will perform clinical laboratory testing and assess blood products for acceptability, with an anticipated starting hourly wage of $24.78.

The position supports our mission to save lives and offers comprehensive part-time benefits. Responsibilities include testing, SOP-compliance, equipment operation, and specimen labeling.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a chemical, physical, biological or related science is required.
• Healthcare background with 1 year of laboratory experience preferred.
• Must possess basic computer skills, strong attention to detail, and critical thinking.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, listening) to engage with employees.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adjust to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Test and assess blood products for acceptability and ensure timely, accurate results.
• Follow SOPs and policies to maintain high-quality laboratory results.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment; manage inventory of supplies.
• Prepare specimens for testing and label blood products per SOPs.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Critical thinking

Fast-paced environment

Basic computer skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemical, physical, biological or related science

Tools

Laboratory equipment operation

Job description

Are you looking for a job that will have a positive impact in the lives of many people? Do you want to support our mission of saving lives? Then, Miller-Keystone Blood Center may be the right fit for you!

At MKBC, we save lives every day by providing blood products to hospitals in PA and NJ. The Part-time Medical Technologist 2nd shift position in the Product QC Laboratory supports the Blood Center by performing clinical laboratory testing and assessing blood products for acceptability. The anticipated hourly wage starts at $24.78 per hour and is commensurate with experience. In addition, Miller-Keystone offers the following to all part-time employees:

• Dental and Vision Benefits
• PTO
• Discount tickets and plans
• Employee Assistance program
• And Much More!

What you will be doing:

• Responsible for the testing and assessment of blood products and ensures that all testing is completed accurately and in a timely manner.
• Follows established policies and procedures to ensure the highest quality of laboratory results.
• Responsible for the operation and maintenance of laboratory equipment; maintains laboratory supply inventory.
• Prepares specimens for testing as well as labeling of blood products in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOP's).

What you will bring to the role:

• A bachelor\'s degree in chemical, physical, biological or a related science field is required.
• A background in healthcare with 1 year of experience in a laboratory is preferred.
• Must possess basic computer skills, strong attention to detail, and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written, and listening) to engage with employees of all backgrounds.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle changing priorities to meet the needs of the blood center.

Additional information:

This position reports directly to the Laboratory Services Supervisor at our Bethlehem location.

The hours for this part-time position are 3pm-11pm, weekend and holiday rotations. On-call is required 1-2 nights per week.

Additionally, this position requires the ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds, stand for long periods of time, and perform small and concise movements.

The position works with blood products on a daily basis, exposure to potential biohazardous substances is high.

EEO Statement

Miller-Keystone is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants are welcomed and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law. It shall endeavour to provide reasonable accommodations requested by all employees with documented disabilities who are otherwise able to perform the essential functions of their jobs.