Medical Laboratory Scientist Expert -Toxicology

Job Summary Join our team at Geisinger Medical Laboratories. Find your passion for caring and innovation as a team member in our state‑of‑the‑art laboratories. Our mission is to provide exceptional patient care through innovative, efficient, and high‑quality laboratory services. Job Duties The role involves performing and reporting various analyses from multiple specimen sources. The incumbent meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range on their assigned clinical area and serves as a technical expert, making decisions in the absence of the Analytical Specialist. Performs technical duties and serves as a technical expert at the instrument or platform level. Troubleshoots and resolves technical problems with instruments. Makes operational decisions in the absence of the Analytical Specialist or Team Leader. Assists in the evaluation and validation of new products, assays and instrumentation. Serves as a key operator for all instrumentation within the technical area of responsibility. Assists in implementation of new testing and new methods, including procedure writing. Assists with annual procedure manual review and revision. Interprets specialized testing as appropriate. Ensures that competency, proficiency testing, quality control and maintenance are completed and reviewed. Assists Analytical Specialist with inventory management. Participates in the training of employees. Member of the Best Practice Committee for their area of responsibility when appropriate. Meets all the qualifications and performance requirements of the Medical Technologist position. Participates in educational activities to maintain current knowledge in the field. Successful completion of initial and subsequent competency exams required. Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. Education and Experience Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university AND successful completion of an ASCP/NAACLS‑accredited Medical Technology/Medical Laboratory Science program. Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited college/university with a major in biological, chemical, physical or clinical laboratory science AND ASCP categorical certification. 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. Minimum of 4 years of laboratory experience (Required). Valid driver’s license (Default Issuing Body). Full time, day shift schedule. Specialist area: Toxicology. Benefits of Working At Geisinger Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one. Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out‑of‑area employees and dependents. Pre‑tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA). Company‑paid life insurance, short‑term disability, and long‑term disability coverage. 401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions. Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly. Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year. MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive. Family‑friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones. Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; access to free legal guidance, mental health visits, work‑life support, and digital self‑help tools. Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance. Equality, Diversity and Inclusion We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal‑opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. #J-18808-Ljbffr Geisinger