Medical Laboratory Scientist MLS or Medical Laboratory Technician MLT
Company: Geisinger
Location: Danville
Posted on: October 30, 2024
Job Description:
Job Title: Medical Laboratory Scientist MLS or Medical
Laboratory Technician MLT - GMC Automated Testing Laboratory - Full
Time - Evenings
Location: Danville, Pennsylvania
Job Category: Diagnostic Services, Lab
Schedule: Evenings
Work Type: Full time
Department: Automated Testing Laboratory Team
Date Posted: 08/29/2024
Job ID: R-66417
Job SummaryGeisinger offers Medical Laboratory Scientists a $12,500
sign-on bonus for eligible candidates. 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
- Demonstrates proficiency and competency in obtaining accurate
results by following established procedures.
- Maintains an expected level of productivity.
- Manages multiple work processes efficiently.
- Completes tasks in a timely manner.
- Handles specimens properly.
- Confirms identification and specimen suitability.
- 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.
- Records and reports problems and solutions as appropriate.
- Navigates and accesses multiple computer applications as needed
for job functionality.
- Assists in the training and orientation of new employees.
- 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$12,500 SIGN-ON BONUS FOR QUALIFIED APPLICANTS!
3:00pm to 11:30 pmAs a generalist with our second shift medical
laboratory team, you'll work in multiple areas and refine your
skills through time spent in blood bank, toxicology, urinalysis,
chemistry, hematology, and more! As a member of the laboratory team
at Geisinger Medical Center (GMC), you'll support a 500+ bed Level
I trauma and comprehensive stroke center AND perform testing for
the entire eight-hospital system. This role will do automated,
semi-automated, and manual testing in a fast-paced, collaborative
team environment.With the volume of specimens processed at GMC,
you'll test abnormal specimens daily in addition to completing
life-saving routine testing like hemoglobin A1C, lipids, kidney
function, drug screens, and volatiles. You'll also work with
state-of-the-art automated testing equipment and support quality
control measures, troubleshoot instrumentation, and verify results
on front-end processing equipment. This position will also have the
opportunity to learn flow cytometry.Education Qualification and
Details -Medical Technologist/Medical Laboratory Scientist: -
- Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited
college/university AND successful completion of an
ASCP/NAACLS-accredited Medical Technology 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 clinical laboratory -
- HEWMedical Lab Technician: -
- Associate degree in a laboratory science with certification (or
eligible new graduate) from an accredited institution as a Medical
Laboratory Technician (MLT) -Military experience will be
considered. US Army 68K Medical Laboratory Specialist, US Navy
Medical Laboratory Technician, US Air Force Medical Laboratory
Apprentice. -Benefits start on day one of employment and include
comprehensive health coverage, generous PTO, 5% retirement
contribution, and more! Geisinger supports your continued education
and certification. Tuition reimbursement is available for all
full-time employees for job-related undergraduate, graduate, and
certificate programs. This position qualifies for shift
differential and voluntary staffing incentives as schedules
requireGeisinger cares about not only its patients and members but
also about you and your family. We offer a competitive compensation
and benefits package to ensure that you and your loved ones can
maintain good health, achieve financial stability, and excel both
personally and professionally. We believe in creating a diverse and
inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic
selves. To learn more: -Benefits of working at Geisinger:
- 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) - -
- 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. -
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- Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness,
hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal
life and pet and legal insurance - -
EducationBachelor's Degree- (Required), Bachelor's Degree-Medical
Technology (Preferred)
Our Purpose & ValuesOUR 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.
Keywords: Geisinger, Harrisburg , Medical Laboratory Scientist MLS or Medical Laboratory Technician MLT , Healthcare , Danville, Pennsylvania
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