Job Summary

The Lead Medical Lab Scientist:

• Performs and interprets routine clinical laboratory tests according to established policies and procedures
• Organizes work flow efficiently, and ensures the accuracy, acceptability and confidentiality of test results
• Assists management in the organization and direction of day to day operations of his or her specific lab section

BENEFITS 

• Generous time off, tuition assistance, and comprehensive benefits
• Instant access throughout the pay period with Tower Advance Pay, ensuring financial flexibility and convenience
• Employee Assistance Program, Retirement Savings Program, Life Insurance, and more!

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Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
• Master's Degree - or - combination of relevant education & experience may be considered in lieu of Master's Degree

Experience

• Flow Cytometry Experience Required

Certification and Licensure

• ASCP or CAP accredited equivalent eligible

Required Skills

• Computer Skills to include use and navigation
• Detail Oriented
• Excellent Communications Skills
• Microsoft Office Applications
• Multitasking
• Strong Team Player

WHY READING HOSPITAL'S LABORATORY?

• Reading Hospital's Laboratory is CAP accredited offering specialized testing, lab automation, and state of the art equipment.
• Offers cross training opportunities and the opportunity to be part of cross-function process improvement teams.
• In Fiscal Year 2023, the lab performed 8.5 million tests (including Chemistry, Cytology, Flow Cytometry, Hematology, Coagulation, Histology, Microbiology, Point of Care Testing, Transfusion Services and Urinalysis), 122,751 Anatomical Pathology tests, and 404,139 combined inpatient & outpatient phlebotomy draws.
• The department consists of over 200 medical laboratory professionals.
• Reading's lab offers opportunities for advancement and continued career growth (including career advancement ladders for Phlebotomists and Lab Assistants).

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Overview

Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.