Laboratory Assistant

Geisinger
Any Location, IL
Category Healthcare
Job Description
Role Overview

Assists in the preparation and processing of patient specimens for testing in the laboratory. Safely handles potentially infectious materials and maintains accurate records. Performs various laboratory tasks, including accessioning, testing, and delivering specimens. Maintains equipment and participates in quality control procedures.

What You Will Do

Assesses patient specimens, matches order information with specimen information, and delivers prepared specimens to the testing area. Maintains computer logs, quality control, and disinfection procedures. Assists with training and orientation of new employees.

Why It Might Be a Fit

Requires strong communication and computer skills, as well as the ability to work in a fast-paced clinical environment. Must be able to maintain accurate records and follow established protocols. Laboratory experience and certification as a Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) are preferred.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
  • Minimum of 2 years-Laboratory experience
  • Certified Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) - American Society for Clinical Pathology (ASCP)

Benefits

  • Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one
  • Three medical plan choices
  • Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) and a health savings account (HSA)
  • Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
  • 401(k) plan with automatic Geisinger contributions
  • Generous paid time off (PTO) plan
  • Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year
  • MyHealth Rewards wellness program
  • Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free Care.com membership
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Voluntary benefits including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, identity theft protection, universal life and pet and legal insurance
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