Experience Inc. Jobs

Penn State Health - Milton S. Hershey Medical Center

Location : US:PA:Hershey

Work Type : Part Time

FTE : 0.50

Shift : Day

Hours : 0730-1600

SUMMARY OF POSITION :

Responsible to perform complex laboratory tests on blood, body fluids, cells, and tissues. Identify bacteria, parasites, and other microorganisms, analyze chemical content of fluids, cross match blood for transfusion and organ transplantation, aseptically prepare cells for use in cellular therapies. The results of these tests are used in diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

Bachelor's degree in Medical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology or Clinical Laboratory Science from a NAACLS accredited program or Bachelor’s degree in a chemical, physical or biological sciences program that includes: 16 semester hours of Biology (including one semester of microbiology) and 16 semester hours of Chemistry (including one semester of organic or biochemistry) and proof of eligibility to sit for an applicable certification exam (ASCP, AMT, ACHI or equivalent).

Medical Lab Scientist or department-specific Technologist Certification through ASCP, AMT, ACHI or an equivalent certification agency must be obtained within 18 months of employment for all Medical Lab Scientists at the Penn State Health, Milton S. Hershey Department of Pathology.

Applicants trained outside of the United States must provide documentation of equivalency evaluation of their education and training to ensure it is equivalent to CLIA requirements. The equivalency evaluations must be performed by a nationally recognized organization. Ex. National Association Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES), the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE). The applicant is responsible for paying the cost of the equivalency evaluation.

This job description is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is unapologetically expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please call 717-531-8440 between the hours of 7:30 AM and 4:30 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday through Friday, email hrsolutions@pennstatehealth.psu.edu or download our Accommodation Instructions for Job Applicants PDF (https://www.pennstatehealth.org/sites/default/files/Careers/Accommodation%20Statement%20-%20CAREERS.pdf) for more detailed steps for assistance.

Union : Non Bargained

Position Medical Lab Scientist I - DAY SHIFT - Automated Testing Lab

Location US:PA:Hershey | Allied Health | Part Time

Req ID null