Medical Laboratory Technician 1 - SEIU Union

Job Summary
Join 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
Performs and reports various analyses of multiple specimen sources. Performs duties to provide the highest level of patient care and maximize patient satisfaction. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range on their assigned clinical area.
* Demonstrates proficiency and competency in obtaining accurate results by following established procedures.
* 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.
* Records and reports problems and solutions 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
This is a union position
Education Qualification and Details
Medical Laboratory Technician:
* Associate degree in a laboratory science with certification (or eligible new graduate) from an accredited institution as a Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT)
Military experience will be considered and is welcomed. US Army 68K Medical Laboratory Specialist, 71E Clinical Laboratory Scientist, US Navy Medical Laboratory Technician, US Air Force Medical Laboratory Technician 4T0X1 and Biomedical Laboratory Officer (43TX) and related medical specialties.
* Hiring Incentive: This position qualifies for a $12,500 SIGN ON BONUS for eligible candidates
* Geisinger Wyoming Valley (GWV)
* Full time
* Nights
* Position is for night shift with a start time at 10p. It is every other weekend and three holidays per year.
Geisinger 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. To learn more: ( 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