MyCode Laboratory Technician
Job Summary
Performs various procedures with multiple patient specimen sources such that the accurate personal health information and chain of custody is preserved. Performs duties to process patient samples, extract and analyze nucleic acids, and proper placement of samples in biorepository storage facilities following regulations and guidelines. Assists with duties of patient sample retrieval and preparation for multiple purposes including shipments to collaborators to allow return of results to patients and for various research projects.
Job Duties
- Manages multiple work processes efficiently.
- Completes tasks in a timely manner.
- Handles patient specimens properly.
- Confirms identification and specimen suitability.
- Uses appropriate accessioning procedures and recognizes any discrepancies on orders.
- Operates all instrumentation involved with patient sample retrieval from system.
- Operates all instrumentation involved with sample processing and handling in the laboratoryReplenishes reagents and supplies according to established protocols.
- Performs and records daily laboratory and instrument cleaning logs.
- Navigates and accesses multiple computer applications as needed for job functionality.
- Assists in the training and orientation of new employees.
- cleanliness of all work areas and is responsible for all safety aspects of the laboratory.
Work is typically performed in an office environment. Accountable 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. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.
Education
Bachelor's Degree-Healthcare Related Degree (Required)Experience
Minimum of 1 year-Related work experience (Preferred)Skills
Communication; Multitasking; Teamwork; Computer Literacy; OrganizingAbout Geisinger
Founded more than 100 years ago by Abigail Geisinger, the system now includes ten hospital campuses, a 550,000-member health plan, two research centers and the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine. With nearly 24,000 employees and more than 1,700 employed physicians, Geisinger boosts its hometown economies in Pennsylvania by billions of dollars annually. Learn more at geisinger.org or connect with us on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.
Equal Opportunity Employer
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
Our Vision & Values
Everything we do is about making better health easier for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities.
KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves.
EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence.
LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow.
INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation.
SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family.
Our Benefits
We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and prescription coverage.
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