Medical Laboratory Scientist

Medical Laboratory ScientistJoin our team at Geisinger Medical Laboratories. You can 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:Maintains an expected level of productivity.Manages multiple work processes efficiently.Completes tasks in a timely manner.Handles specimens properly.Confirms identification and specimen suitability.Uses appropriate accessioning procedures.Recognizes discrepancies on patient orders.Resolves and reports problems and solutions as appropriate.Performs and records instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, and quality control.Replenishes reagents and supplies according to established protocols.Follows established reporting procedures, computerized, verbal, and manual as appropriate.Navigates and accesses multiple computer applications as needed for job functionality.Assists in the training and orientation of new employees.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. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.Position Details:Education Qualification and DetailsMedical Laboratory Scientist: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 laboratoryHiring Incentive: This position qualifies for a $12,500 SIGN ON BONUS for eligible candidateGeisinger Shamokin Area Community Hospital (GSACH)Full timeEvening: 3pm-1130pm with possibility of 12 hour shiftsNo Travel3rd shift Weekends, holidaysSmall hospital, friendly staffGeisinger cares about not only its patients and members but also about you and your family. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package to ensure that you and your loved ones can maintain good health, achieve financial stability, and excel both personally and professionally. We believe in creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves.Benefits of working at Geisinger:Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day oneThree medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependentsPre-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 coverage401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributionsGenerous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quicklyUp to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar yearMyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentiveFamily-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 onesEmployee 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.Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insuranceEducation:Bachelor's Degree- (Required), Bachelor's Degree-Medical Technology (Preferred)Experience:Minimum of 1 year-Laboratory (Preferred)Certification(s) and License(s):Valid Driver's License - Default Issuing BodySkills:Communication, Laboratory Equipment Operation, Laboratory Results Reporting, Laboratory Services, Organizing, Preceptor Skills, Time ManagementOUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.INNOVATION : We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.