Clinical Laboratory Specialist

2 weeks ago


Pittston, Pennsylvania, United States Geisinger Full time

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate Clinical Laboratory Specialist to join our team at Geisinger Medical Laboratories in Pittston, PA. As a key member of our laboratory team, you will play a vital role in providing exceptional patient care through innovative, efficient, and high-quality laboratory services.

Job Summary

Clinical Laboratory Specialists at Geisinger are responsible for performing a wide range of tasks to provide specimens of the highest analytical quality for testing and accurate information for our clients. This includes independently performing venipunctures and skin punctures on patients across all age groups, from neonates to adults. You will also be responsible for obtaining blood specimens, processing them for analysis, utilizing computer systems to register patients, facilitate billing, and perform overall specimen accessioning and processing.

Responsibilities

  • Perform venipunctures and skin punctures to obtain blood specimens according to Clinical Laboratory Standards Institute guidelines
  • Exhibit knowledge of adequate and correct collection requirements
  • Perform accessioning procedures accurately to ensure positive identification of specimens
  • Recognize and resolve discrepancies as appropriate
  • Evaluate specimen suitability and acceptability
  • Resolves or refers problems as needed
  • Perform testing and record Point of Care instrument maintenance, troubleshooting, and quality control as assigned
  • Handle and replenish reagents and supplies according to established protocols as assigned
  • Follow established reporting procedures as necessary
  • Record and report problems and solutions as necessary
  • Navigate and access multiple computer applications as needed
  • Aware of and abide by related policies and procedures including compliance policies
  • Provide phlebotomy coverage as required to Medical Group offices, skilled nursing facilities, or perform in-home phlebotomy for homebound patients

Work Environment

This role typically works in a clinical environment, with accountability for satisfying all job-specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive, representing typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

Salary Range

The estimated salary for this role is $45,000-$65,000 per year, commensurate with experience. Experience as a nursing assistant (NA), certified nursing assistant (CNA), medical assistant (MA), certified medical assistant (CMA) or similar will be considered, as well as military experience. US Army 68W Combat Medic, 18D, US Navy Hospital Corpsman, and related medical specialties are also valued.

Benefits

At Geisinger, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including:

  • Full benefits starting on day one
  • Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents
  • 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 employer contributions
  • Generous paid time off (PTO) plan
  • Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per calendar year
  • Wellness program with financial incentives
  • Family-friendly support, including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay, and more

About Us

We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees can thrive. Our mission is to provide exceptional patient care through innovative, efficient, and high-quality laboratory services.


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