Medical Lab Technician - Special Hematology Lab

Responsibilities

• Perform complex laboratory tests on blood, body fluids, cells, and tissues.
• Identify bacteria, parasites, and other microorganisms.
• Analyze chemical content of fluids.
• Cross match blood for transfusion and organ transplantation.
• Aseptically prepare cells for use in cellular therapies.
• Results used in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Laboratory Science or Medical Laboratory Technology from an accredited program (NAACLS/ABHES) OR Associate degree from a regionally or nationally accredited college/university with:
  • 6 semester hours of chemistry
  • 6 semester hours of biology
  • 12 semester hours of courses in chemistry, biology, or medical laboratory technology (any combination)
  • Proof of eligibility to sit for an applicable certification exam (ASCP, AMT, ACHI, or equivalent)
• Medical Lab Technician Certification through ASCP, AMT, ACHI, or an equivalent certification agency must be obtained within 18 months of employment.
• Applicants trained outside the United States must provide documentation of an equivalency evaluation (e.g., NACES, AICE) showing their education and training meet CLIA requirements; the applicant bears the cost of this evaluation.

Benefits

• 75% Penn State tuition discount for self and eligible dependents via the Grant-in‑Aid program (full‑time employees)
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with no waiting period
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Fitness discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton)
• Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement benefits
• Extended Illness Bank
• Life Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection
• Competitive Pay
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PAWS UP employee recognition program
• HR Solution Center support
• Learning and Organizational Development
• Virtual Benefits Orientation
• Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling

Schedule

Full‑time (FTE 1.00), Day shift, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.