Medical Technologist (PRN DAYS)

About the role

Emerus partners with leading health systems to operate small‑format hospitals that provide individualized care in the neighborhoods they serve. This position is located at WellSpan Neighborhood Hospital in Newberry, 36 Robinhood Dr., Etters, PA 17319, a 20‑bed facility (10 ER, 10 inpatient). The purpose of the role is to provide technical assistance and supportive patient care, perform laboratory specimen collection and analysis, supervise lab activities, and ensure compliance with all applicable regulations and accreditation standards while contributing to a safe, clean, and patient‑focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Collect and process laboratory specimens using established protocols and technical knowledge.
• Perform quality control, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting to ensure proper instrument and reagent function.
• Validate and deliver test results; assist with technical troubleshooting and quality assurance.
• Follow safety practices including biohazard exposure control, infection control, hazardous chemical handling, and chemical hygiene standards; maintain required documentation.
• Assist with proficiency testing and implement corrective actions when needed.
• Develop collaboration with clinical departments and affiliated services for integrated laboratory services and complaint resolution.
• Coordinate pre‑analytic, analytic, and post‑analytic activities with the Laboratory Director and Technical Consultant.
• Support patient care within scope of state license: phlebotomy, IV starts, EKG initiation, vital signs, height/weight, intake/output, pulse oximetry, superficial wound care.
• Maintain patient privacy, confidentiality, and a clean, safe environment; enforce aseptic technique, isolation, and infection control measures.
• Assist with patient admission, transfer, discharge, and preparation for examinations/procedures.
• Maintain appropriate supplies in lab and patient care areas.
• Assist with patient restraints, monitor precautions, and document data related to patient needs, emergencies, and unusual behavior.
• Travel to facility locations as required; attend staff meetings and company‑mandated meetings.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Biological/Physical Sciences or Medical Laboratory Science (required).
• Current BLS certification from American Heart Association or American Red Cross (required).
• Pennsylvania Market: Minimum of 6 years core lab experience (counting from Medical Laboratory Courses); Act 33 Child Abuse History Clearance and Act 73 FBI Fingerprint Criminal History Clearance completed within the last 5 years or obtainable prior to start.
• Las Vegas Market: MLS/MLT certification by ASCP or AMT; valid Nevada Laboratory General Supervisor license or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire; minimum 3 years lab experience in non‑waived specialties, with 2 years in a licensed laboratory under a doctoral‑degree director; experience with IV start, phlebotomy, and EKG initiation is a plus (training provided and required after hire).

Benefits

• Night/Weekend shift differentials.
• 401K match (100% vested day one after eligibility period).
• Paid employee referrals.
• Free parking.

Schedule

DAY Shift (7A‑7P), PRN.