Medical Laboratory Scientist - Blood Bank

SUMMARY OF POSITION

Under minimal supervision is responsible for independently performing and reporting all test analyses according to physician orders in accordance with laboratory policies and procedures, FDA, CAP, AABB, OSHA, CLIA, and JCAHO regulations to facilitate optimum quality patient care. Tests are used in the diagnosis and treatment of disease and include specimen processing, test performance and maintaining of test results. Some procedures are complex and require professional judgment.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S)

• Bachelor's degree in a chemical, biological, clinical or medical laboratory science, or medical technology from an accredited institution.
• Must show proof of eligibility for the ASCP, ASCPi, AMT or equivalent board certification exam, upon hire.
• Must be Medical Laboratory Scientist or Medical Technologist certified within 18 months of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATION(S)

• Minimum one (1) year of clinical lab experience preferred.

REASONS TO JOIN PENNSYLVANIA STATE HEALTH

• Exceptional opportunities to learn and grow
• Exposure to a wide patient population
• The ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community
• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton)
• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave
• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection
• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program
• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling

REASONS TO JOIN PENNSYLVANIA STATE HEALTH ST. JOSEPH MEDICAL CENTER

• First opened its doors in 1873
• State-of-the-art hospital opened in 2006
• Dedicated to the health, education, and wellness of the community
• Approach to health care is bigger than all of us
• Core values of putting patients first and serving the community

ELIGIBILITY FOR SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL PAY

• Based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract.

BACKGROUND CHECK

• All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

• Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status.
• Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.