Laboratory Assistant I / Ii - Part Time - Evenings
Geisinger
Wyoming Valley, Pennsylvania, United States
Not specified; benefits: full health, dental, visi...
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Patient specimen handling and processing
Regulatory compliance for infectious materials
Computer application navigation for results
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Geisinger is seeking a part-time Laboratory Assistant I/II for evening shifts at their Wyoming Valley location. The role involves processing patient specimens, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and contributing to patient safety through accurate specimen handling.
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Job Summary
The role involves assessing, accessioning, and processing patient specimens while ensuring regulatory compliance and patient safety.
Employees will handle potentially infectious materials, perform centrifugation and labeling, and maintain computer logs for quality control.
Geisinger offers comprehensive benefits including health insurance starting day one, a 401(k) plan with employer contributions, and up to $5,000 in annual tuition reimbursement.
Matching Summary
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Geisinger is seeking a part-time Laboratory Assistant I/II for evening shifts at their Wyoming Valley location. The role involves processing patient specimens, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards, and contributing to patient safety through accurate specimen handling.
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Salary
Not specified; Benefits: Full health, dental, vision from day one; 401(k) with contribution; Up to $5,000 tuition reimbursement
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Patient specimen handling and processing
Regulatory compliance for infectious materials
Computer application navigation for results
Centrifugation and aliquoting procedures
Equipment maintenance and preventative care
Nice-to-have
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to troubleshoot preanalytical errors
Effective communication with physicians
Team collaboration in clinical environment
Key Requirements
High School Diploma or GED required
Less than 1 year experience for Lab Assistant I
Minimum 1 year experience or relevant degree for Lab Assistant II
ASCP Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) accepted as alternative
Enrollment in biology or chemistry degree programs accepted