Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center - Hershey, PA
posted about 1 month ago
Full-time - Entry Level
Hershey, PA
Hospitals
About the position
Responsible to perform complex laboratory tests on blood, body fluids, cells, and tissues. Identify bacteria, parasites, and other microorganisms, analyze chemical content of fluids, cross match blood for transfusion and organ transplantation, aseptically prepare cells for use in cellular therapies. The results of these tests are used in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.
Responsibilities
- Perform complex laboratory tests on blood, body fluids, cells, and tissues.
- Identify bacteria, parasites, and other microorganisms.
- Analyze chemical content of fluids.
- Cross match blood for transfusion and organ transplantation.
- Aseptically prepare cells for use in cellular therapies.
Requirements
- Associate's degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited program (NAACLS/ABHES) or Associate degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college/university with 6 semester hours of chemistry, 6 semesters of biology, and twelve (12) semester hours of courses in chemistry, biology or medical laboratory technology in any combination.
- Proof of eligibility to sit for an applicable certification exam (ASCP, AMT, ACHI or equivalent).
- Medical Lab Technician Certification through ASCP, AMT, ACHI or an equivalent certification agency must be obtained within 18 months of employment.
- Applicants trained outside of the United States must provide documentation of equivalency evaluation of their education and training to ensure it is equivalent to CLIA requirements.
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision with no waiting period.
- Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
- Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
- Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
- Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts.
