Senior Medical Laboratory Scientist – Instrumentation Expert

Geisinger; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits (health, dental and vis​

Three medical plan choices, including

Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform analyses from multiple specimen sources and serve as a technical expert in the absence of the Analytical Specialist. The role involves instrument troubleshooting, evaluating new products, and contributing to procedure implementation in a clinical laboratory setting.

The position requires a Bachelor of Science in a relevant field and ASCP/NAACLS-accredited program completion or equivalent, with potential two years' experience at the

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree with ASCP/NAACLS-accredited Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science program or equivalent.
• ASCP categorization certification or equivalent required.
• Experience as MLT or equivalent in a clinical lab may qualify.

Responsibilities

• Performs and reports various analyses from multiple specimen sources.
• Serves as technical expert and makes instrument-level decisions in absence of Analytical Specialist.
• Troubleshoots and resolves instrument problems.
• Assists in implementing new testing and methods, including procedure writing.
• Ensures competency, proficiency testing, quality control and maintenance are completed.
• Assists with inventory management and training of employees.

Education

Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of anASCP/NAACLS-accreditedMedical 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

Job description

Geisinger is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform analyses from multiple specimen sources and serve as a technical expert in the absence of the Analytical Specialist. The role involves instrument troubleshooting, evaluating new products, and contributing to procedure implementation in a clinical laboratory setting.

The position requires a Bachelor of Science in a relevant field and ASCP/NAACLS-accredited program completion or equivalent, with potential two years' experience at the