Medical Laboratory Scientist

Geisinger•Jersey Shore, PA

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger Medical Laboratories is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist to provide patient care through innovative, efficient, and high-quality laboratory services at Geisinger Jersey Shore Hospital. The role performs and reports analyses from multiple specimen sources, supports patient satisfaction, and provides care for patients in the age range assigned to the clinical area. The position is regular, full-time, 40 hours per week, with rotating shifts. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. A $12,500 sign-on bonus is available for eligible candidates.

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
Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university, majoring in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science, and ASCP categorical certification; or
Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college or university, majoring in biological, chemical, physical, or clinical laboratory science, and at least two years of experience in a role equivalent to Medical Laboratory Technician in a clinical laboratory.
Valid driver's license.
Communication, laboratory equipment operation, laboratory results reporting, laboratory services, organizing, preceptor skills, and time management skills.
Meet qualifications to provide care for patients in the age range assigned to the clinical area.
Successful completion of initial and subsequent competency exams.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology.
At least one year of laboratory experience.

Responsibilities

Perform and report analyses from multiple specimen sources.
Maintain expected productivity and manage multiple work processes efficiently.
Complete tasks in a timely manner and handle specimens properly.
Confirm patient identification and specimen suitability, use appropriate accessioning procedures, and recognize discrepancies on patient orders.
Resolve and report problems and solutions as appropriate.
Perform and record 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 multiple computer applications needed for job functionality.
Assist in training and orienting new employees.
Participate in educational activities to maintain current knowledge in the field.
Successfully complete initial and subsequent competency exams.
Comply with organization policies and procedures and job-specific obligations.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision benefits starting on day one.
Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents.
Pre-tax healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts and a health savings account with employer contribution.
Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
Paid time off plan with 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; free 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.