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About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of an ASCP/NAACLS-accredited Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science 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 role equivalent to that of a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) in a clinical laboratory
• Associate degree in a laboratory science with certification (or eligible new graduate) from an accredited institution as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)
• Minimum of 5 years-Laboratory (Required)
• Certification Maintenance of Medical Laboratory Scientist [MLS(ASCP)CM] required within one year - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)
• Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)

Nice To Haves

• Adjunct Candidates: In lieu of MLS (ASCP) certification and bachelor’s degree in medical technology or medical laboratory science, an associate's degree in medical technology or medical laboratory science and ASCP MLT and specialty certification plus 8 years of laboratory experience OR MLT (ASCP) certification plus 5 years laboratory experience plus 3 years teaching experience will be considered as equivalency to MLS (ASCP).
• Master's Degree- (Preferred)

Responsibilities

• Performs all duties and meets all job performance and competency expectations of the medical laboratory scientist position.
• Coordinates with medical laboratory science education team to develop and deliver MLS educational experiences and materials in assigned content areas.
• Maintains student and patient confidentiality in recording and reporting results.
• Anticipates, troubleshoots, resolves, and reports problems as appropriate.
• Engages in continuous quality improvement practices throughout areas of responsibility including continuing education.
• Participates in interdepartmental and interprofessional teamwork to optimize workflows and meet organizational goals.
• Models, encourages, and engages in professional and service-oriented behaviors including scholarly activity.
• May serve on education program and departmental committees.
• May participate in recruitment events and other professional activities to facilitate the development and advancement of the clinical laboratory workforce.
• Work is typically performed in a clinical environment.
• Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
• 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
• MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health
• Healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.