What are the responsibilities and job description for the Laboratory Specialist position at Geisinger?
About Geisinger
Geisinger is a healthcare system that provides exceptional patient care through innovative, efficient, and high-quality laboratory services.
We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all employees can be their authentic selves.
Job Summary
This position performs various analyses from multiple specimen sources, providing the highest level of patient care and maximizing patient satisfaction.
- 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.
Education Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree required; Bachelor's Degree in Medical Technology preferred. Two years' experience in a clinical laboratory role equivalent to Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) also considered.
Benefits
We offer comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and vision coverage, pre-tax savings plans, company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage. Generous paid time off, up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year, and more.
