What are the responsibilities and job description for the Medical Laboratory Scientist position at HCSC?
Miller-Keystone Blood Center has an exciting opportunity for an experienced Medical Laboratory Scientist (MLS) to work in our regionally renowned Blood Bank. We are an independent, not-for-profit, community-based organization that serves as the only Immunohematology Reference Laboratory provider to service our regional hospitals including 8 counties in Eastern PA Schuylkill (PA), and Hunterdon and Warren counties in NJ.
Responsibilities :
Perform routine through complex red cell antibody identification and resolution, antigen typing, hemoglobin S testing and procurement of special and rare units, platelet antibody screening and cross-matching.
Provide written reports and verbal consultation and transfusion recommendations to our hospitals.
Responsible for quality control, equipment maintenance, training, equipment, and assay evaluation and validation.
Required to have the ability to multi-task, work independently and operate office and telecommunication equipment.
Hours :
Night Shift position : Full-time : Monday- Friday 10 pm- 6 am. No weekend on-call is required. 1-2 holidays / year as on-call.
Evening Shift position : Full Time. Monday-Friday 3 : 30pm-11 : 30pm with on-call rotation. On-call rotation includes every third weekend, 1-2 overnights a week, and 2-3 holidays.
Educational Requirements :
Bachelor's Degree in clinical, biological, physical and / or chemical laboratory science. (Associate's Degree with Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT) certification is acceptable with applicable experience)
MLS, BB or SBB certification preferred
ASCP certification preferred
Experience :
2 years of Blood Bank experience preferred, performing ABO typing, antibody screening and crossmatch
GREAT Benefits :
Generous health coverage with a low deductible of $500.00 / Dental / Vision
Payment to employee if they are covered under alternative insurance ($330-$375 stipend paid out quarterly)
Tuition Reimbursement
Fitness / Gym Membership- Up to $35 / month reimbursement for membership to fitness center of employee's choice
403b Retirement Plan- An additional 4% as appreciation for your commitment to saving lives. An additional 50% match of up to 4% of the employee's contribution
Discount programs- Tickets, cell phone plans, car rentals, car dealerships, private insurance plans, restaurants, etc.
Employee Assistance Program- Provides 5 free off-site therapy sessions to employees and / or their families each year
Life Insurance Coverage -Employer paid and one years' salary coverage
PAY and BONUSES :
Starting Rate Depending on Experience
Sign on Bonus : You will be eligible to receive, $2,500 on your first check. Upon completion of 365 days of service, you will receive an additional $2,500. Total of $5,000 over one year of employment service.
Miller-Keystone Blood Center is proud to be an EEO / AA Employer.
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