Medical Laboratory Scientist Expert -Toxicology

Geisinger•Danville, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Geisinger Medical Laboratories is seeking a Medical Laboratory Scientist Expert in Toxicology to provide innovative, efficient, and high-quality laboratory services at Geisinger Medical Center. The role performs and reports analyses from multiple specimen sources and serves as a technical expert for assigned instruments, platforms, and the technical area. The position makes operational decisions in the absence of the Analytical Specialist or Team Leader and supports testing, quality, training, and laboratory operations. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment.

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 plus ASCP categorical certification; or such a bachelor's degree plus at least two years of experience in a clinical laboratory role equivalent to Medical Laboratory Technician.
At least four years of laboratory experience.
Successful completion of initial and subsequent competency exams.
Valid driver's license.
Meet all qualifications and performance requirements of the Medical Technologist position.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Medical Technology.

Responsibilities

Perform and report analyses from multiple specimen sources.
Meet qualifications to provide care for patients in the age range served by the assigned clinical area.
Serve as the technical expert and make decisions in the absence of the Analytical Specialist.
Perform technical duties and provide expertise at the instrument or platform level.
Troubleshoot and resolve technical problems with instruments.
Make operational decisions in the absence of the Analytical Specialist or Team Leader.
Assist in evaluating and validating new products, assays, and instrumentation.
Serve as a key operator for instrumentation within the technical area of responsibility.
Assist with implementation of new testing and methods, including writing procedures.
Assist with annual review and revision of procedure manuals.
Interpret specialized testing as appropriate.
Work with the Analytical Specialist to ensure competency, proficiency testing, quality control, and maintenance are completed and reviewed.
Assist the Analytical Specialist with inventory management.
Participate in employee training.
Serve on the Best Practice Committee for the area of responsibility when appropriate.
Meet the qualifications and performance requirements of the Medical Technologist position.
Participate in educational activities to maintain current knowledge in the field.
Successfully complete initial and subsequent competency exams.
Satisfy job-specific obligations and comply with organizational policies and procedures.

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.
Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts and a health savings account.
Company-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability coverage.
401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions.
Paid time off accrual plan.
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 with childcare, eldercare, and pet care referrals; 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.
Healthcare benefits are also offered to part-time employees from day one.