Medical Laboratory Scientist - Part Time, Overnight

Geisinger • Wilkes-Barre, PA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger Medical Laboratories is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to perform and report analyses from multiple specimen sources in support of patient care and laboratory services. The role includes proper specimen handling and identification, accessioning, resolving order discrepancies, instrument maintenance and troubleshooting, quality control, replenishing reagents and supplies, and reporting results through computerized, verbal, and manual procedures. The scientist uses multiple computer applications, assists with training and orienting new employees, and participates in education to maintain current knowledge. Successful completion of initial and subsequent competency examinations is required. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment, and the employee must meet patient-care qualifications for the age range served in the assigned clinical area. This is a part-time overnight position at Geisinger Wyoming Valley, scheduled for 20 hours weekly from 10:00 p.m. to 6:30 a.m., every other weekend, and three holidays per year. Compensation is commensurate with experience; enhanced shift differentials are available.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university and successful completion of an ASCP/NAACLS-accredited Medical Technology or Medical Laboratory Science program; or a bachelor's degree in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science and ASCP categorical certification; or such a bachelor's degree and at least two years of experience in a clinical laboratory role equivalent to Medical Laboratory Technician.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Ability to meet qualifications to provide care for patients in the age range served in the assigned clinical area.
• Successful completion of initial and subsequent competency examinations.
• Minimum of one year of laboratory experience is listed as preferred.
• Communication, laboratory equipment operation, laboratory results reporting, laboratory services, organizing, preceptor skills, and time management.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology.
• At least one year of laboratory experience.
• Relevant military clinical laboratory experience may be considered, including Clinical Laboratory Scientist 71E, Medical Laboratory Specialist 68K or 92B, Medical Laboratory Technician Advanced HM-8506, Air Force Medical Laboratory Specialist (4T0X1), Biomedical Laboratory Officer (43TX), or a similar specialty.

Responsibilities

• Perform and report analyses from multiple specimen sources.
• Provide patient care and work to maximize patient satisfaction.
• Maintain expected productivity, manage multiple processes efficiently, and complete tasks in a timely manner.
• Handle specimens properly; confirm identification and suitability; and follow accessioning procedures.
• Recognize discrepancies on patient orders and resolve and report problems and solutions as appropriate.
• Perform and document instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, and quality control.
• Replenish reagents and supplies according to established protocols.
• Follow computerized, verbal, and manual reporting procedures as appropriate.
• Navigate and access computer applications required for the job.
• Assist with training and orientation of new employees.
• Participate in educational activities to maintain current field knowledge.
• Complete initial and subsequent competency examinations.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision benefits from day one.
• Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents.
• Healthcare and dependent-care flexible spending accounts and a health savings account with employer contribution.
• Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
• 401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
• Paid time off plan with rapid accrual.
• Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year.
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program with a financial incentive.
• Adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, and military leave pay.
• Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care.
• Employee Assistance Program, including referrals for childcare, eldercare, and pet care; legal guidance; mental health visits; work-life support; and digital self-help tools.
• Voluntary accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, identity theft protection, universal life, pet, and legal insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time