Geisinger · 11 hours ago
Laboratory Assistant -Per Diem
Danville, PA
Part-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expGeisinger is a healthcare organization dedicated to providing exceptional patient care through innovative laboratory services. The Laboratory Assistant will be responsible for processing patient specimens, ensuring accuracy and compliance with regulatory standards, and maintaining laboratory operations.
Health CareHospitalMedical
Responsibilities
Assesses, accessions, and processes patient specimens in preparation for testing in the various sections of Laboratory Medicine
Safely handles potentially infectious blood, body fluids, body tissues and other patient specimens in compliance with regulatory standards
Assesses suitability and acceptability of patient specimens
Rejects unacceptable specimens according to established protocols
Matches order information with specimen information to ensure accuracy and patient safety
Accessions and results according to procedure via appropriate computer application
Correctly assigns billing numbers, location codes, and physician numbers
Verifies physician orders when test requests are unclear
Prepares specimens as appropriate including centrifugation, aliquoting, labeling
Delivers prepared specimens to appropriate testing area in a timely manner
Applies laboratory programs to store specimens and to locate, retrieve, and process specimens for additional testing as requested
Maintains computer logs, quality control, disinfection procedures, and departmental assigned duties
Manages phone inquiries and provides information regarding specimen collection, transport, and patient results as appropriate
Navigates and accesses multiple computer applications as needed
Assists with packaging ordering and referral of specimens to reference laboratories in compliance with U.S. Department of Transportation and commercial carrier regulations as required
Troubleshoots missing specimens and other preanalytical errors including courier log review, specimen archives
Maintains equipment, participates in established preventative maintenance program, and alerts supervisor of any equipment problems
Assists in proper handling, storage, and maintenance of supplies, notifies supervisor when inventory is low
Successfully completes initial and periodic competency assessments for all assigned job functions
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
Laboratory Assistant I - less than 1 year of experience
Laboratory Assistant II – Minimum 1 year of experience or one of the following will be accepted in lieu of required experience: Bachelor or Associate degree in clinical or related science field, Enrollment with a minimum of at least two semesters completed of an associate or bachelor's degree in clinical or related science field that includes introductory classes in biology or chemistry, ASCP Certified as a Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA)
Benefits
401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions
Free Care.com membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care; Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and more
MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health
Company
Geisinger
Geisinger is a health and wellness organization that offers orthopaedic, weight-management, and heart care services. It is a sub-organization of Risant Health.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.95MKey Investors
U.S. Department of Agriculture
2024-04-02Acquired
2024-01-10Grant· $0.95M
Leadership Team
Terry Gilliland
President & CEO
Anne Morse
Director, Division of Pediatric Sleep Medicine
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