Medical Laboratory Scientist

Job Overview Location: Geisinger Wyoming Valley (GWV) Shift: Evenings (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Worker Type: Regular | Exemption Status: No 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. This position qualifies for a $12,500 SIGN ON BONUS for eligible candidates. Responsibilities Performs and reports various analyses from 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. 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. Education & Qualifications 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. Benefits 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) with employer contribution. 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 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 insurance. Equal Opportunity Statement We are 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. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status. #J-18808-Ljbffr Geisinger